Which of the following descriptions best fits the acid-base disorder respiratory acidosis?
A) consequence of hyperventilation (for example, in fever or mental illness)
B) consequence of prolonged vomiting
C) consequence of reduced alveolar ventilation (for example, due to emphysema)
D) consequence of tissue hypoxia (for example, in ischemic conditions)
E) consequence of strenuous exercise

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Respiratory acidosis is a condition where the pH of the blood decreases due to insufficient exhalation of carbon dioxide, leading to an excess of carbonic acid in the blood. This is often caused by reduced alveolar ventilation, such as in emphysema, which decreases the overall gas exchange in the lungs.

Which of the Following Descriptions Best Fits the Acid-Base Disorder