For a patient experiencing metabolic acidosis,the body will compensate by: A) Excreting H⁺ through the kidneys B) Hyperventilating C) Retaining CO₂ in the lungs D) Secreting aldosterone

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In an attempt to compensate for metabolic acidosis,the lungs hyperventilate to blow off CO₂. It is the lungs hyperventilating that would compensate for metabolic acidosis,not the kidneys. CO₂ retention would increase the acidotic state. Aldosterone would conserve water,but does not help compensate for acidosis.

For a Patient Experiencing Metabolic Acidosis,the Body Will Compensate By