Question
Physiology Question on Regulation Of Kidney Function
A male patient presents to the emergency department. The arterial blood gas report is as follows: pH, 7.2; pCO2, 81 mmHg; and HCO3, 40meq/L. which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?
A
Respiratory alkalosis
B
Metabolic acidosis
C
Respiratory acidosis
D
Metabolic alkalosis
Answer
Respiratory acidosis
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (C) : Respiratory acidosis