Which pediatric client diagnoses necessitate close monitoring for respiratory acidosis? Select all that apply
1. Aspiration
2. Epiglottitis
3. Sepsis
4. Meningitis
5. Cystic fibrosis
1, 2, 5
Explanation:
1. Aspiration places the pediatric client at risk for respiratory acidosis.
2. Epiglottitis places the pediatric client at risk for respiratory acidosis.
3. Sepsis places the pediatric client at risk for respiratory alkalosis.
4. Meningitis places the pediatric client at risk for respiratory alkalosis.
5. Cystic fibrosis places the pediatric client at risk for respiratory acidosis.
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