A Nurse Assesses a Client Who Is Experiencing an Acid-Base

question 1

Multiple Choice

A nurse assesses a client who is experiencing an acid-base imbalance.The client's arterial blood gas values are pH 7.32,PaO₂ 94 mm Hg,PaCO₂ 34 mm Hg,and HCO₃- 18 mEq/L.For which clinical manifestations should the nurse assess? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Reduced deep tendon reflexes
• B) Drowsiness
• C) Increased respiratory rate
• D) Decreased urinary output
• E) Positive Trousseau's sign

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