An 8-year-old is admitted to the pediatric unit with pneumonia.On assessment,the nurse notes that the child is warm and flushed,is lethargic,has difficulty breathing,and has moist crackles.The nurse determines that the child has which one of the following?
A) Metabolic acidosis
B) Respiratory acidosis
C) Respiratory alkalosis
D) Metabolic alkalosis

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The child's symptoms of difficulty breathing and moist crackles suggest respiratory involvement, while the warmth and flushing may indicate a fever. These are all indicative of respiratory acidosis, which occurs when there is an accumulation of carbon dioxide in the bloodstream due to inadequate breathing.

An 8-Year-Old Is Admitted to the Pediatric Unit with Pneumonia