An Unconscious Client Is Brought to the Hospital

question 16

Multiple Choice

An unconscious client is brought to the hospital. The client's arterial blood gases show a pH greater than 7.45 and a bicarbonate level of 36 mEq/L. Which acid-base imbalance has the client developed?

• A)Metabolic acidosis
• B)Metabolic alkalosis
• C)Respiratory acidosis
• D)Respiratory alkalosis

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