October 17, 2018
Question:
Answer:
The cabin is pressurized to an oxygen level similar that of sea level
Correct Answer?
Explanation:
There is an unlimited oxygen supply for all passengers if the cabin loses pressure
Healthy people experience a mild drop in oxygen saturation during flight
The pilot has the option to increase the cabin pressurization to increase oxygenation to a sick passenger
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