A patient is admitted to the emergency department (ED) in respiratory distress. The results of his first arterial blood gases were: pH = 7.30; PCO2 = 40; HCO3 = 19 mEq/l; PO2 = 80
The nurse evaluates the patient's treatment plan by examining repeat arterial blood gases (ABGs). The results are: pH = 7.38; PCO2 = 32; HCO3 = 19 mEq/l. The nurse concludes which of the following?
1) Respiratory acidosis; the treatment plan is ineffective
2) Metabolic alkalosis; the treatment plan is effective
3) Partial compensation; the treatment plan is ineffective
4) Complete compensation; the treatment plan is effective
ANS: 4
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