The nurse knows that an imbalance of which ion causes acid-base impairment?
a. Hydrogen
b. Calcium
c. Magnesium
d. Sodium
A
The concentration of hydrogen ions determines pH. Low pH designates an acidic environment. High pH designates an alkaline environment. Calcium, magnesium, and sodium are ions, but their imbalances are not direct acid-base impairments.
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