What Is the First Indicator in the Arterial Blood Gases

question 31

Multiple Choice

What is the first indicator in the arterial blood gases of acidosis caused by glomerulonephritis?

• A) Increased carbonic acid
• B) Increased bicarbonate ion
• C) A pH less than 7.35
• D) Decreased bicarbonate ion

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