Which of the Following Is Considered a Rapid Compensatory Mechanism

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is considered a rapid compensatory mechanism to restore the pH back to normal levels in the presence of a metabolic acidosis?

• A) CO₂ retention
• B) CO₂ elimination
• C) HCO₃^- retention
• D) HCO₃^- elimination

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