Which Serum Value Indicates Decompensated Metabolic Acidosis

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which serum value indicates decompensated metabolic acidosis?

• A)pH is below normal range
• B)pH is above normal range
• C)bicarbonate level decreases
• D)bicarbonate level increases

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