Potential causes for respiratory alkalosis include
1. hypotension.
2. hypertension.
3. hypoventilation.
4. hyperventilation.
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Hypotension is unrelated.
Rationale 2: Hypertension is unrelated.
Rationale 3: Hypoventilation is associated with respiratory acidosis.
Rationale 4: Hyperventilation occurs with respiratory alkalosis.
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