Multiple Choice
The nurse assesses that the client admitted in respiratory acidosis has compensated when the arterial blood gas (ABG) readings are
A) carbon dioxide level of 50 mm Hg and bicarbonate level of 30 mEq/L.
B) carbon dioxide level of 50 mm Hg and bicarbonate level of 20 mEq/L.
C) carbon dioxide level of 30 mm Hg and bicarbonate level of 30 mEq/L.
D) carbon dioxide level of 30 mm Hg and bicarbonate level of 24 mEq/L.
Correct Answer:
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