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)

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Respiratory acidosis is a consequence of reduced alveolar ventilation, which can be caused by conditions such as emphysema, asthma, or airway obstruction. This results in an accumulation of carbon dioxide in the body and a decrease in blood pH.

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