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A nurse is caring for a client who has COPD. The nurse should identify the client is at risk for which of the following acid-base imbalances?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D, Respiratory acidosis. In COPD, the lungs are unable to effectively expel carbon dioxide, leading to a buildup of CO2 in the blood, causing respiratory acidosis. This results in a lower blood pH due to excess carbonic acid. Metabolic acidosis (
A) is caused by an increase in acid production or decrease in bicarbonate levels unrelated to lung function. Respiratory alkalosis (
B) is characterized by low CO2 levels, contrary to the scenario of COPD. Metabolic alkalosis (
C) is due to an excessive loss of acid or gain of bicarbonate, not related to COPD.

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