Which Assessment Finding Indicates Why the Patient Does Not Have

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which assessment finding indicates why the patient does not have signs of respiratory alkalosis despite a respiratory rate of 30 breaths/minute?

• A) The patient's hematocrit is 28%.
• B) The patient's oral temperature is 99.2° F.
• C) The patient is experiencing a panic attack.
• D) The patient has a large pulmonary embolism.

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