1-year-old child has the following arterial blood gas values (ABGs): pH: 7.28, PCO2: 58 mm Hg, PO2: 77 mm Hg, HCO3: 14 mEq/L, O2 saturation: 88%. Which interpretation of the results by the nurse is the most accurate?
A.
Metabolic acidosis
B.
Metabolic alkalosis
C.
Respiratory acidosis
D.
Respiratory alkalosis
ANS: C
The low pH indicates acidosis; the high CO2 level indicates respiratory involvement. The child is also hypoxemic.
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