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Question

A patient was rushed to the ER after having a prolonged episode of hyperventilation. Arterial blood gas was obtained and revealed: PCO2 35, pH 8.2.

What acid-base balance anomaly is the patient experiencing and how should it be treated:

Accepted Answer

Respiratory alkalosis, breathe into a paper bag

Answer

Metabolic acidosis, immediate IV supplementation

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Respiratory acidosis, supplemental oxygen

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Metabolic alkalosis, give the patient bicarbonate

A patient was rushed to the ER after having a prolonged episode of hyperventilation. Arterial blood gas was obtained and revealed: PCO2 35, pH 8.2.What acid-base balance anomaly is the patient experiencing and how should it be treated: