ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn 2019 NGN Questions
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A nurse is reviewing the medical records of four clients who have an acid-base imbalance.
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The nurse should recognize that which of the following clients is at risk for respiratory alkalosis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Salicylate intoxication causes hyperventilation, reducing PaCOâ‚‚ and leading to respiratory alkalosis. Thiazide diuretics and vomiting cause metabolic alkalosis, while hypoventilation leads to respiratory acidosis.
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