A Patient Is Admitted with Severe Emphysema and a PO₂

question 36

Multiple Choice

A patient is admitted with severe emphysema and a PO₂ of 85.He also has a blood pH of 7.25 and a serum bicarbonate of 40 mEq/liter.Which of the following is the accurate description?

• A)Metabolic acidosis and respiratory compensation
• B)Metabolic alkalosis with a respiratory compensation
• C)Respiratory alkalosis with a renal compensation
• D)Respiratory acidosis with a renal compensation

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