What is indicated by an elevation of the anion gap?
a. Respiratory failure
b. Metabolic alkalosis
c. Metabolic acidosis
d. Renal failure
ANS: C
Elevation of the anion gap suggests that a metabolic acidosis is present, and further evaluation of the patient's acid-base status is necessary.
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