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A nurse is reviewing a patient's arterial blood gas values. Which of the following conditions apply under the following values? pH- 7.49 Bicarbonate ion 24 mEq/dl PaCO2-31 mmHg PaO2-52 mmHg FiO2 - 22
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Elevated pH and low CO2 level indicate respiratory alkalosis, no compensation is noted.