A Client Is Admitted with Manifestations of Metabolic Alkalosis

question 53

Multiple Choice

A client is admitted with manifestations of metabolic alkalosis.Which diagnostic test findings support the admitting diagnosis? Select all that apply.

• A) Serum glucose level 142 mg/dL
• B) Blood pH 7.47 and bicarbonate 34 mEq/L
• C) Intravenous pyelogram shows kidney stones
• D) Bilateral lower lobe infiltrates noted on chest x-ray
• E) Electrocardiogram changes consistent with hypokalemia

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