A client is admitted to the emergency department in respiratory distress. The initial arterial blood gases (ABGs) results are pH = 7.30; partial pressure of carbon dioxide (PCO2) = 40; bicarbonate (HCO3) = 19 mEq/L; partial pressure of oxygen (PO2) = 80. The nurse evaluates the client's treatment plan by examining repeat ABGs. The results are pH = 7.38; PCO2 = 32; HCO3 = 19 mEq/L. The nurse concludes which of the following?
A) Respiratory acidosis; the treatment plan is ineffective.
B) Metabolic alkalosis; the treatment plan is effective.
C) Partial compensation; the treatment plan is ineffective.
D) Full compensation; the treatment plan is effective.
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