Which statement is correct?
A)Respiratory rate and depth decrease as a compensatory measure to combat metabolic acidosis.
B)The respiratory system can compensate completely for uremic acidosis.
C)Metabolic alkalosis inhibits (depresses) the respiratory center.
D)The respiratory responses to acid-base imbalances represent the first line of defense against changes in pH of the body fluids.
E)The respiratory system responds to changes in [H+] only if the kidneys are unable to cope with the change.

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Metabolic alkalosis can lead to hypoventilation as the body attempts to retain CO2 to decrease pH.

Which Statement Is Correct