A client suffering from an asthma attack is brought to the emergency department. The client's body temperature is 98.4ºF, pulse rate is 110 beats/minute, respiratory rate is 24 shallow breaths/minute, and the blood pressure is 136/86 mm Hg
Arterial blood gas values are also documented.
Blood pH 7.30
Partial pressure of carbon dioxide 58 mm Hg
Partial pressure of oxygen 88 mm Hg
Bicarbonate concentration 29 mEq/L
Oxygen saturation 88%
Which condition has the client developed?
A. Compensated metabolic acidosis
B. Compensated respiratory acidosis
C. Compensated respiratory alkalosis
D. Uncompensated respiratory acidosis
D
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