Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 92%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Client who has respiratory acidosisA nurse is collecting data on a client who has respiratory acidosis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Lethargy (B) results from CO2 buildup impairing brain oxygenation in respiratory acidosis. A indicates alkalosis, C and D are unrelated to this condition.