Which Statement Is Correct

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which statement is correct?

• A) Respiratory rate and depth decrease as a compensatory measure to combat metabolic acidosis.
• B) The respiratory system can compensate completely for uremic acidosis.
• C) Metabolic alkalosis inhibits (depresses) the respiratory center.
• D) The respiratory responses to acid-base imbalances represent the first line of defense against changes in pH of the body fluids.
• E) The respiratory system responds to changes in [H⁺] only if the kidneys are unable to cope with the change.

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