In Regards to Respiratory Failure,which Is True

question 18

Multiple Choice

In regards to respiratory failure,which is true?

• A) Positional changes can affect the oxygenation status.
• B) During the chronic phase, the kidneys have not started to compensate, and the base HCO₃⁻ is within normal limits.
• C) Acute respiratory failure can be noted by an increased PCO₂, a pH within normal limits, and a low PO₂.
• D) When hyperoxygenation is noted, treatment consists of oxygen therapy, CPAP or biphasic positive airway pressure, and alleviation of the cause of hyperoxygenation.

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