The nurse is reviewing the arterial blood gas results of a client. When comparing various components of the ABG, which statement does the nurse recognize is true?
A) The higher the pH, the higher the H+ concentration.
B) The higher the HCO3, the lower the pH.
C) The lower the pH, the higher the H+ concentration.
D) The lower the PaCO2, the lower the pH.
C) The lower the pH, the higher the H+ concentration.
Explanation: A) Normal pH is 7.35-7.45. As the H+ concentration increases, the pH decreases (more acid). The other answer choices are not correct.
B) Normal pH is 7.35-7.45. As the H+ concentration increases, the pH decreases (more acid). The other answer choices are not correct.
C) Normal pH is 7.35-7.45. As the H+ concentration increases, the pH decreases (more acid). The other answer choices are not correct.
D) Normal pH is 7.35-7.45. As the H+ concentration increases, the pH decreases (more acid). The other answer choices are not correct.
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