Match the Acid-Base Abnormalities, Labelled A

question 240

Short Answer

Match the acid-base abnormalities, labelled a. through d. with the [HCO₃^-]/[CO₂] ratios.
a.uncompensated respiratory acidosis
b.uncompensated metabolic acidosis
c.uncompensated respiratory alkalosis
d.uncompensated metabolic alkalosis
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