As a consequence of a long-standing lung disease, a client is in a chronic state of hypoxia. Which of the following phenomena would the client's care team be most justified in anticipating? Select all that apply
A)
Metabolic alkalosis
B)
Increased erythropoietin production
C)
Pulmonary vasodilation
D)
Hyperventilation
E)
Personality changes
Ans:
B, D, E
Feedback:
Increased production of erythropoietin, hyperventilation, and cognitive and personality changes are all associated with hypoxemia. Acidosis, not alkalosis, and vasoconstriction rather than vasodilation are likely to occur.
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