A comatose client's blood pH is 7.1, partial pressure of carbon dioxide is 16 mm Hg, and bicarbonate concentration is 5 mEq/L. Which acid-base imbalance has the client developed?
A. Metabolic acidosis
B. Metabolic alkalosis
C. Respiratory acidosis
D. None of the above
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A
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