Which of the Following Conditions Could Cause Respiratory Acidosis

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which of the following conditions could cause respiratory acidosis?

• A) hyperventilation
• B) asthma
• C) kidney failure
• D) excessive vomiting
• E) starvation

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Definitions:

Topical Application

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Human Immunodeficiency Virus

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