An older adult client presents to the emergency room with a severe acid-base imbalance after taking "cold medicine" for a week. The client has a history of arthritis and reports daily use of aspirin. Which late effect acid-base imbalance does the nurse suspect the client is experiencing?

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Chronic aspirin use can lead to metabolic acidosis due to the accumulation of salicylic acid, especially in older adults who may have decreased renal function.

An Older Adult Client Presents to the Emergency Room with a Severe