A preterm neonate had a prolonged resuscitation at birth. The infant is still experiencing respiratory distress and an arterial blood gas reveals the following: pH 7.30, CO2 60, O2 60, HCO3 24, -2. When interpreting this arterial blood gas, it should be recognized that
a. the metabolic component is abnormal
b. the primary problem is respiratory
c. tissue oxygen supply is inadequate
Answer: b. the primary problem is respiratory
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True False