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A patient is admitted to the emergency department (ED) in respiratory distress. The results of his first arterial blood gases were pH = 7.30; PCO2 = 40; HCO3 = 19 mEq/L; PO2 = 80.
 
  The nurse evaluates the patient's treatment plan by examining repeat arterial blood gases (ABGs). The results are pH = 7.38; PCO2 = 32; HCO3 = 19 mEq/L. The nurse concludes which of the following?
  a. Respiratory acidosis; the treatment plan is ineffective.
  b. Metabolic alkalosis; the treatment plan is effective.
  c. Partial compensation; the treatment plan is ineffective.
  d. Complete compensation; the treatment plan is effective.
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