ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Midterm Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has acute kidney injury. The client's ABGS are: PH:7.26, PaCO2: 30 mm Hg, HCO3: 14 mEq/L. Which of the following acid-imbalances should the nurse identify the client is experiencing?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A pH of 7.26 and low bicarbonate (14 mEq/L) indicate metabolic acidosis, common in acute kidney injury due to impaired acid excretion.
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