Which of the Following Is Most Likely to Happen When

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is most likely to happen when fatty acids are broken down rapidly and incompletely?

• A)The plasma pH decreases,causing metabolic alkalosis.
• B)The patient hypoventilates in an attempt to correct the pH disturbance.
• C)Ketoacids are produced,causing metabolic acidosis.
• D)The plasma [H+] decreases.

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