The nurse assesses a patient who is admitted for an overdose of sedatives.The nurse expects to find which acid-base alteration?
A) Hyperventilation and respiratory acidosis
B) Hypoventilation and respiratory acidosis
C) Hypoventilation and respiratory alkalosis
D) Respiratory acidosis and normal oxygen levels
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