ATI Med Surg Exam 8 | Nurselytic

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The nurse reviews the blood gas results of a client with atelectasis. The nurse analyzes31 analyzes the results and determines that the client is experiencing respiratory acidosis. Which results validate the nurse's findings?

A. pH 7.28, pCO2 36, HCO3 23 B. pH 7.52, pCO2 28, HCO3 25 C. pH 7.25, pCO2 50, HCO3 22 D. pH7.35, pCO2 40, HCO3 24

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Low pH and elevated pCO2 indicate respiratory acidosis, consistent with atelectasis.

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