WONDER #850: Have You Ever Had Altitude Sickness?

Question 1 of 3

As elevation increases, the amount of what in the air decreases?

1. oxygen
2. nitrogen
3. phosphorous
4. edema

Question 2 of 3

What does HAPE stand for?

1. high altitude cerebral edema
2. high altitude pulmonary edema
3. low altitude cerebral edema
4. low altitude pulmonary edema

Question 3 of 3

Which of the following can be a symptom of either HAPE or HACE?

1. trouble breathing
2. coughing
3. lack of coordination
4. all of the above

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