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6 years ago
A 55-year-old male client with a history of cardiovascular disease has been admitted to the intensive care unit after recovering from cardiogenic shock.
 
  In the hours since admission, the client's arterial blood gases indicate acidosis, most likely acute lactic acidosis. Which of the following signs, symptoms, and diagnostic findings might his care team anticipate before the acid-base balance is restored? Select all that apply.
  A)
  Decreased pH
  B)
  Cardiac dysrhythmias
  C)
  Decreased alertness and cognition
  D)
  Hypoventilation
  E)
  Nausea and vomiting
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A, B, C, E

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As with any form of acidosis, pH is apt to be lower than normal. Metabolic acidosis is also associated with dysrhythmias, decreased alertness, and nausea and vomiting. Respiration is likely to be increased in both rate and depth.
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