A Patient Is Found to Be in Respiratory Acidosis

question 18

Multiple Choice

A patient is found to be in respiratory acidosis. The nurse plans care based on which physiological processes?. Select all that apply.

• A) The pH is low.
• B) Carbon dioxide is low.
• C) The kidneys are attempting to conserve bicarbonate.
• D) Potassium is being displaced from cells.
• E) A base excess exists.

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Definitions:

Benzene

A simple aromatic hydrocarbon with the formula C6H6, known for its ring structure of six carbon atoms connected by alternating double and single bonds.

Electrophilic Aromatic Substitution

A reaction type in which an electrophile replaces a hydrogen atom on an aromatic ring, often leading to functionalization of the ring.

Pyridine

A basic heterocyclic organic compound with the formula C5H5N, featuring a six-membered ring with one nitrogen atom.

Quaternary Ammonium

Ionic compounds containing a central nitrogen atom bonded to four organic groups and one additional anion, known for their disinfectant properties.