Which arterial blood gas values would be expected in the acute phase of childhood asthma?
A)pH 7.6, PaCO₂ 35 mmHg, HCO₃ 32 mEq/L
B)pH 7.4, PaCO₂ 40 mmHg, HCO₃ 24 mEq/L
C)pH 7.5, PaCO₂ 30 mmHg, HCO₃ 26 mEq/L
D)pH 7.2, PaCO₂ 20 mmHg, HCO₃ 30 mEq/L

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Typically, respiratory rate is elevated to compensate for hypoxemia and reduces arterial PCO₂ (respiratory alkalosis).

Which Arterial Blood Gas Values Would Be Expected in the Acute