ATI RN
ATI Nur 221 Med Surg unit 4 Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse reviews the client's arterial blood gases and has the following results: pH 7.30. PaCO2 58, and HCO3 of 26. The nurse interprets these results that the client has which acid-base imbalance?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A low pH (<7.35) and high PaCO2 (>45 mmHg) indicate respiratory acidosis due to COâ‚‚ retention.
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