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Q4 Single choice

You are caring for an unconscious patient who has had an arterial blood gas drawn. The results reveal a pH of 7.30, low bicarbonate, a normal carbon dioxide level, normal oxygen level and an elevated potassium level.

What would the diagnosis be for this patient based on the laboratory results?

  • A

    Metabolic acidosis

  • B

    Respiratory acidosis

  • C

    Combined respiratory and metabolic acidosis

  • D

    Overcompensated respiratory acidosis