Multiple Choice
A patient is being mechanically ventilated in the synchronized intermittent mandatory ventilation mode at a rate of 4 breaths/min.His spontaneous respirations are 12 breaths/min.He receives a dose of morphine sulfate,and his respirations decrease to 4 breaths/min.Which acid-base disturbance will likely occur?
A) Metabolic acidosis
B) Metabolic alkalosis
C) Respiratory acidosis
D) Respiratory alkalosis
Correct Answer:
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