Which of these situations might be a consequence of vomiting of gastric contents? A)abnormal buildup of plasma H⁺ B)abnormal decrease of plasma HCO₃^- C) dehydration and metabolic acidosis D) dehydration and metabolic alkalosis

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Vomiting of gastric contents leads to loss of stomach acid (HCl), which can result in a decrease in hydrogen ions and an increase in bicarbonate in the blood, causing metabolic alkalosis. Dehydration can also occur due to fluid loss.

Which of These Situations Might Be a Consequence of Vomiting