A nurse is caring for a client with late-stage asthma. The client's arterial blood gas (ABG) results show an increased PaCO2 and a normal bicarbonate level. Based on these findings and the client's history, which acid-base imbalance is the client most likely experiencing?

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Metabolic acidosis
Metabolic alkalosis
Respiratory acidosis
Respiratory alkalosis
2.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
A nurse is assessing a client who is hyperventilating due to severe anxiety. Which of the following manifestations would the nurse expect to observe in this client? Select all that apply.
Bradypnea
Tachypnea
Tingling
Confusion
Rapid, deep respirations
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A client with a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is admitted with an exacerbation. An ABG is drawn, and the results indicate respiratory acidosis. Which of the following nursing interventions is a priority for this client?
Administering sodium bicarbonate intravenously
Encouraging deep, rapid breathing exercises
Providing oxygen therapy to maintain a patent airway
Restricting fluid intake
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A nurse is reviewing the medication list of a client admitted for metabolic alkalosis. Which medication from the list below could potentially be a contributing factor to this electrolyte imbalance?
Metformin
Furosemide
Lisinopril
Levothyroxine
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A nurse is caring for a client receiving mechanical ventilation. The client's latest ABG results show a decreased PaCO2 and a normal bicarbonate level. Which of the following actions should the nurse prioritize?
Prepare to administer sodium bicarbonate
Assess the ventilator settings for potential hyperventilation
Encourage the client to take deeper breaths
Increase the oxygen flow rate
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