Which of the following acid–base imbalances, if not corrected, could lead to the need for mechanical ventilation?
A) Respiratory acidosis
B) Respiratory alkalosis
C) Metabolic acidosis
D) Metabolic alkalosis
A
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An increase in carbon dioxide in the blood characterizes a condition called respiratory acidosis. Respiratory acidosis, if not corrected, could lead to the need for mechanical ventilation.
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