A client is hospitalized for diarrhea. Arterial blood gas values of the client are documented
Blood pH 7.50
Partial pressure of carbon dioxide 27 mm Hg
Partial pressure of oxygen 92 mm Hg
Bicarbonate concentration 17 mEq/L
Oxygen saturation 91%
Which statement is correct according to the interpretation of the arterial blood gas?
A. The client has developed alkalosis.
B. The client has a lung problem.
C. The client has developed an uncompensated condition.
D. All of the above
D
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