A Patient Is Admitted to the Emergency Department (ED)in Respiratory

question 32

Multiple Choice

A patient is admitted to the emergency department (ED) in respiratory distress.The results of his first arterial blood gases were pH = 7.30; PCO₂ = 40; HCO₃ = 19 mEq/L; PO₂ = 80.The nurse evaluates the patient's treatment plan by examining repeat arterial blood gases (ABGs) .The results are pH = 7.38; PCO₂ = 32; HCO₃ = 19 mEq/L.The nurse concludes which of the following?

• A) Respiratory acidosis; the treatment plan is ineffective.
• B) Metabolic alkalosis; the treatment plan is effective.
• C) Partial compensation; the treatment plan is ineffective.
• D) Complete compensation; the treatment plan is effective.

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