HESI Med Surg Hematological system
HESI Med Surg Hematological system ( 54 Questions)
Same as explained in . A pH of 7.46 with normal PaCO2 and elevated bicarbonate (HCO3) is not indicative of respiratory alkalosis.
Same as explained in . A low pH and elevated PaCO2 indicate respiratory acidosis, not alkalosis.
A low pH of 7.30 indicates acidosis, in line with respiratory alkalosis. The low PaCO2 of 35 mm Hg suggests respiratory compensation. The low bicarbonate (HCO3) level of 20 mEq/L further supports metabolic compensation, typical in respiratory alkalosis.
Same as explained in . A high pH and low PaCO2 indicate alkalosis, but the normal bicarbonate level does not align with respiratory alkalosis.
Choice A rationale:
Same as explained in . A pH of 7.46 with normal PaCO2 and elevated bicarbonate (HCO3) is not indicative of respiratory alkalosis.
Choice B rationale:
Same as explained in . A low pH and elevated PaCO2 indicate respiratory acidosis, not alkalosis.
Choice C rationale:
A low pH of 7.30 indicates acidosis, in line with respiratory alkalosis. The low PaCO2 of 35 mm Hg suggests respiratory compensation. The low bicarbonate (HCO3) level of 20 mEq/L further supports metabolic compensation, typical in respiratory alkalosis.
Choice D rationale:
Same as explained in . A high pH and low PaCO2 indicate alkalosis, but the normal bicarbonate level does not align with respiratory alkalosis.