A client has the following arterial blood gas (ABG) values: pH, 7.12; partial pressure of arterial carbon dioxide (PaCO2), 40 mm Hg; and bicarbonate (HCO3-), 15 mEq/L. These ABG values suggest which disorder?

a) Respiratory alkalosis
b) Respiratory acidosis
c) Metabolic alkalosis
d) Metabolic acidosis


Answer: d) Metabolic acidosis

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Which of the following refers to a pharmacy agreeing to purchase 90% to 95% of drug purchases from one vendor?

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As the plan is evaluated during the controlling function, ___________ planning may be required as environmental forces change.?

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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