Mrs. Watkins has COPD, an obstructive respiratory disorder. An arterial blood gas (ABG) sample was taken and the following observed: an elevated arterial PCO2, lower than normal blood pH, and an elevated bicarbonate ion level. Determine the cause of her

acid-base balance and the degree to which compensation, if any, is present.

What will be an ideal response?


The elevated PCO2 and a lower than normal blood pH confirms respiratory acidosis. Since the bicarbonate ion level is elevated, then renal compensation has begun and the acidosis is partially compensated.

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