The nurse is reviewing a client's blood work, noting the bicarbonate and carbon dioxide levels. Which of the following would the nurse expect to see clinically in a client?(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. With a low pH, and an increased level of carbon dioxide, the rate and depth of respirations will increase to compensate
2. With a high pH, and a low carbon dioxide, the client may be hyperventilating
3. With a high bicarbonate, the pH will be higher, and the rate and depth of respirations are reduced in order to retain carbon dioxide
4. With a high bicarbonate, the pH will be lower, and the depth and rate of respirations will be unchanged
5. With an increase in the rate and depth of respirations, the pH will increase
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