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A nurse is caring for a client whose arterial blood gas results show a pH of 7.5, an HCO3 of 22, and a PaCO2 of 25 mm Hg. The nurse should identify that the client is experiencing which of the following acid-base imbalances?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: A pH of 7.5 indicates alkalosis, and a low PaCO2 of 25 mm Hg suggests hyperventilation, pointing to respiratory alkalosis. A would show elevated HCO3, C would have low pH and HCO3, and D would have low pH and high PaCO2.

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