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A client's blood gasses are as follows: pH=7.32, pCO2=62, HCO3=30, and pO2=62. The best interpretation is that the client has which of the following?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Low pH and high pCO2 indicate respiratory acidosis, likely from CO2 retention, with HCO3 compensating.