Patients with diabetes mellitus who are not being treated with insulin therapy rapidly metabolize lipids,and there is an accumulation of acidic byproducts of lipid metabolism in the circulatory system.What effect would this have on breathing?

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The accumulation of acidic byproducts of lipid metabolism leads to an increase in the acidity of the blood, a condition called metabolic acidosis. Metabolic acidosis stimulates the respiratory center in the brain to increase the respiratory rate in order to compensate for the increased acid levels. Therefore, the correct choice is A, an increase in respiratory rate.

Patients with Diabetes Mellitus Who Are Not Being Treated with Insulin