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The emergency department (ED) nurse cares for a client who reports persistent nausea and vomiting for three days. Which acid-base imbalance would the nurse expect based on the client's manifestations?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Persistent vomiting causes loss of gastric acid, increasing HCO3- and pH, leading to metabolic alkalosis (
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