When Does a State of Alkalemia Exist

question 6

Multiple Choice

When does a state of alkalemia exist?
1) The HCO₃^-/CO₂ ratio exceeds 20:1.
2) The blood pH exceeds 7.45.
3) The blood PCO₂ exceeds 54 mm Hg.

• A)2 and 3 only
• B)1, 2, and 3
• C)3 only
• D)1 and 2 only

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