Multiple Choice
The patient with long-term obstructive pulmonary disease has a pH of 7,HCO3- of 18 mEq/L,and a PaCO2 of 40 mm Hg.These laboratory values are consistent with which acid-base imbalance?
A) Respiratory alkalosis
B) Metabolic alkalosis
C) Respiratory acidosis
D) Metabolic acidosis
Correct Answer:
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