Which client is at greatest risk for acidosis?
A. The 78-year-old client on diuretic therapy with furosemide (Lasix, Furoside)
B. The 62-year-old client with moderate hypertension
C. The 75-year-old client with peptic ulcer disease
D. The 45-year-old client with pneumonia
D
Any respiratory problem can lead to oxygen insufficiency and carbon dioxide retention. The lack of oxygen also increases carbon dioxide production. The excessive levels of carbon dioxide result in greatly increased hydrogen ion production and acidosis through the carbonic acid pathway.
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