Arterial Blood Gas Levels Are Obtained for the Client

question 39

Multiple Choice

Arterial blood gas levels are obtained for the client.If the client's results are pH 7.48,CO₂ 42 mm Hg,and HCO₃ 32 mEq/L,the client is exhibiting which one of the following acid-base imbalances?

• A) Metabolic acidosis
• B) Respiratory acidosis
• C) Respiratory alkalosis
• D) Metabolic alkalosis

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