A patient's blood pH has dropped from a normal of 7.4 to a low of 7.25. Describe the patient's blood pH

A) The blood pH is now basic (alkaline)
B) The blood pH is now acidotic.
C) The blood has too little hydrogen ion.
D) The blood pH is too high.


Answer: B

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