Which of the Following Is the Correct Interpretation of the Following

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the correct interpretation of the following arterial blood gas results taken from a patient receiving no supplemental oxygen: pH = 7.37; PaCO₂ = 55 mm Hg; PaO₂ = 53 mm Hg; SaO₂ = 88%; and HCO₃- = 31 mEq/L?

• A) Compensated metabolic alkalosis with mild hypoxemia
• B) Compensated respiratory acidosis with moderate hypoxemia
• C) Partially compensated respiratory acidosis with mild hypoxemia
• D) Partially compensated respiratory acidosis with severe hypoxemia

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