A client has pH 7.48, HCO3 33 mEq/L, and PaCO2 42 mmHg. What is the interpretation?

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Accepted Answer

C. uncompensated metabolic alkalosis — The pH is alkalotic and bicarbonate is elevated with a near-normal PaCO2, indicating uncompensated metabolic alkalosis.

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A. compensated metabolic acidosis

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B. respiratory acidosis

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D. respiratory alkalosis