Which of the following descriptions best fits the acid-base disorder respiratory acidosis?

A) consequence of hyperventilation (for example, in fever or mental illness)
B) consequence of prolonged vomiting
C) consequence of reduced alveolar ventilation (for example, due to emphysema)
D) consequence of tissue hypoxia (for example, in ischemic conditions)
E) consequence of strenuous exercise


C

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