The client has a medical condition that often results in the development of metabolic acidosis. The nurse should observe this client for the development of which breathing pattern as a result of this condition?

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Metabolic acidosis leads to an increase in respiratory rate and depth, compensating for the excess acid in the body. This results in Kussmaul's breathing, which is characterized by deep, rapid breathing. Biot's, cluster, and Cheyne-Stokes breathing patterns are not typically associated with metabolic acidosis.

The Client Has a Medical Condition That Often Results in the Development