Once Alkalosis Has Occurred, Which of the Following Would You

question 82

Multiple Choice

Once alkalosis has occurred, which of the following would you expect to happen?

• A) Increased respiratory rate
• B) A plasma pH less than 7.40
• C) Retention of H⁺ by the kidney
• D) Increased renal reabsorption of bicarbonate ions
• E) Secretion of H⁺ by the kidney

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