Multiple Choice
Based on the following ABG results, what is the most likely acid-base diagnosis? pH = 7.38, PCO2 = 21 mm Hg, HCO3- = 11.7 mEq/L
A) acute metabolic acidosis
B) fully compensated metabolic acidosis
C) partially compensated metabolic acidosis
D) fully compensated respiratory alkalosis
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