Multiple Choice
When acidosis becomes decompensated in renal failure, a key indicator is:
A) increased PCO2.
B) increased bicarbonate ion.
C) serum pH dropping below 7.35.
D) serum buffer ratio of 20 bicarbonate ions to 1 carbonic acid.
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