Which of the Following Would Occur in Partially Compensated Metabolic

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would occur in partially compensated metabolic acidosis?

• A) pH, PaCO₂, and HCO₃- would be below normal limits
• B) pH would be normal and PaCO₂ and HCO₃- would be below normal limits
• C) pH would be above normal limits and PaCO₂ and HCO₃- would be below normal range
• D) pH would be above normal limits, PaCO₂ would be above normal range, and HCO₃- would be below normal range

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Tendon

A fibrous connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone, enabling movement of the bone or structure.

Thoracic Muscles

Muscles located in the thorax that aid in breathing and support the chest wall.

Expiration

The process of exhaling air out of the lungs, involved in breathing and respiratory cycles.

Internal Intercostals

Muscles located between the ribs that assist with respiratory movements, particularly forced exhalation.