What Is the Correct Interpretation of the Following Arterial Blood

question 26

Multiple Choice

What is the correct interpretation of the following arterial blood gas values: pH of 7.38,PaCO₂ of 38 mm Hg,and HCO₃- of 23 mEq/L?

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

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