Which acid-base disturbance does the nurse anticipate the client with morbid obesity may develop?
A. Metabolic acidosis
B. Metabolic alkalosis
C. Respiratory acidosis
D. Respiratory alkalosis
Ans: C. Respiratory acidosis
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