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    Blood Analysis Indicates a Low PH,and the Patient Is Breathing
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Blood Analysis Indicates a Low PH,and the Patient Is Breathing

Question 86

Question 86

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Blood analysis indicates a low pH,and the patient is breathing rapidly.Given your knowledge of acid-base balance,which of the following is most likely?


A) metabolic acidosis
B) respiratory alkalosis
C) respiratory acidosis
D) metabolic alkalosis

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