What is the most probable acid/base imbalance in the patient described below?
26-year-old male presents with the following signs and symptoms:
Extreme hysteria
Hyperventilating
Pulse 110 BPM
Lab data for ABGs:
PH = 7.550
PCO2 = 27 mmHg
HCO3- =27 mEq/L
PO2 = 98 mmHg
A) Respiratory alkalosis
B) Respiratory acidosis
C) Metabolic alkalosis
D) Metabolic acidosis
Correct Answer:
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