Question

nurse is caring for a client with a wound infection who develops septic shock. The nurse notes the following arterial blood gas results: pH of 7.25, PaCO2 of 43 mm Hg (5.7 kPa), partial pressure of arterial oxygen (PaO2) of 70 mm Hg (9.3 kPa), and bicarbonate (HCO3–) of 18 mEq/L (18 mmol/L). According to the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve, the nurse would be most correct to highlight which statement on the shift report?

Answer 1

Answer:

PaCO2 of 43 mm Hg (5.7 kPa),

Explanation:

Respiratory acidosis