What Is the Interpretation of a Blood Gas That Shows

question 14

Multiple Choice

What is the interpretation of a blood gas that shows a pH of 7.10, a PaCO₂ of 50 mm Hg, and an [HCO₃-] of 15 mEq/L?

• A) Uncompensated respiratory acidosis
• B) Partially compensated respiratory alkalosis
• C) Compensated metabolic alkalosis
• D) Combined respiratory and metabolic acidosis

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