Based on the Following ABG Results, What Is the Most

question 28

Multiple Choice

Based on the following ABG results, what is the most likely acid-base diagnosis? pH = 7.62, PCO₂ = 32 mm Hg, HCO₃^- = 29 mEq/L

• A) Acute (uncompensated) metabolic alkalosis
• B) Combined metabolic and respiratory alkalosis
• C) Partially compensated metabolic alkalosis
• D) Partially compensated respiratory acidosis

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