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A Patient Has a Long History of Smoking

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A patient has a long history of smoking.He has blood studies done because he is very tired, is short of breath, and just does not feel well.His blood gases reveal the following findings: pH, 7.3; HCO₃ 27 mEq/L; CO₂, 58 mmHg.What is the interpretation of these gases?


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

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