Which of the following conditions is often associated with severe diarrhea of gastroenteritis?
1. Metabolic acidosis
2. Metabolic alkalosis
3. Respiratory acidosis
4. Respiratory alkalosis
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1. The body is in an acidic state and because of the electrolyte imbalance in the GI tract, it is metabolic acidosis.
2. Alkalosis is not occurring because of the lack of fluid.
3. The condition is not affecting the respiratory tract.
4. The condition is not affecting the respiratory tract.
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