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pH 7.22
PaCO2 68 mm Hg
Base excess-2 PaO2 78 mm Hg
Saturation 80%
Bicarbonate 26 mEq/L


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A client is admitted to the emergency room with a respiratory rate of 7/min. Arterial blood gases (ABG) reveal the following values. Which of the following is an appropriate analysis of the ABGS?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Low pH and elevated PaCO2 indicate respiratory acidosis due to hypoventilation retaining carbon dioxide.

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