The Acid-Base Status of a Patient Is Dependent on Normal

question 9

Multiple Choice

The acid-base status of a patient is dependent on normal gas exchange. Which patient would the nurse identify as having an increased risk for the development of respiratory acidosis?

• A) Chronic lung disease with increased carbon dioxide retention
• B) Acute anxiety, hyperventilation, and decreased carbon dioxide retention
• C) Decreased cardiac output with increased serum lactic acid production
• D) Gastric drainage with increased removal of gastric acid

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