When Assessing a Patient with Respiratory Alkalosis,the Nurse Expects to See

question 11

Multiple Choice

When assessing a patient with respiratory alkalosis,the nurse expects to see:

• A) slow respirations.
• B) muscle weakness.
• C) strong,even heart rate.
• D) flushed face.

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