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The client has been vomiting for several days. The nurse would assess the client for which acidbase disturbance?
 
  1. Metabolic acidosis
  2. Respiratory alkalosis
  3. Metabolic alkalosis
  4. Respiratory acidosis
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6 years ago
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Metabolic acidosis will not occur as a result of vomiting.
Rationale 2: Respiratory alkalosis will not occur as a result of vomiting.
Rationale 3: Metabolic alkalosis will result from excessive loss of hydrochloric acid from the stomach brought on by prolonged vomiting.
Rationale 4: Respiratory acidosis will not occur as a result of vomiting.
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