CPL Human Factors Practice Questions - CASA Commercial Pilot Licence (Aeroplane) - Human Factors (CHUF) Exam

A pilot experiencing anxiety or panic starts breathing rapidly. What is the physiological consequence of this action?

Hypoxia, leading to an increase in blood acidity and hypercapnia Nitrogen bubbling in the joints, causing decompression sickness Carbon monoxide poisoning, restricting oxygen binding to hemoglobin Hyperventilation, leading to excessive carbon dioxide loss and respiratory alkalosis

Correct Answer:

Hyperventilation, leading to excessive carbon dioxide loss and respiratory alkalosis

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