74. A patient with severe anemia (Hb 5 g/dL) presents with pallor, fatigue, and dyspnea on exertion. What is the technical primary pathophysiological consequence of severe anemia?
A.
Increased oxygen-carrying capacity.
B.
Decreased oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood, leading to tissue hypoxia.
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C.
Increased blood viscosity.
D.
Enhanced immune response.
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Increased oxygen-carrying capacity.
Decreased oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood, leading to tissue hypoxia.
