A Client with a Nasogastric Tube Connected to Low Continuous

question 13

Multiple Choice

A client with a nasogastric tube connected to low continuous suction has the following arterial blood gas (ABG) results: pH 7.49, PaO₂ 91, PaCO₂ 42, and HCO₃

• A) metabolic acidosis.
• B) metabolic alkalosis.
• C) respiratory acidosis.
• 31) Interpreting these result, the nurse concludes that the client is in:
• D) respiratory alkalosis.

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Definitions:

Sympathetic

Relating to, or denoting the part of the autonomic nervous system that accelerates the heart rate, constricts blood vessels, and raises blood pressure or showing feelings of pity and sorrow for someone else's misfortune.

Somatic

Pertaining to or affecting the body, especially as distinct from the mind or the environment.

Central

Pertaining to the most important or core part of something, often referring to the main or primary focus or system within a larger context.

Sympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system that prepares the body for action, stress, or emergency situations by activating the fight or flight response.