Which acid base abnormality is present if the ABG revealed a pH of 7.63, PaCO2 of 27 mmHg, and HCO3- of 31 mEq/L?

a. combined metabolic and respiratory alkalosis
b. metabolic alkalosis
c. combined metabolic and respiratory acidosis
d. respiratory alkalosis

a. combined metabolic and respiratory alkalosis

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