The nurse is assessing a client who has hypovolemic shock.Which laboratory value indicates that the client is at risk for acidosis?

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The syndrome of hypovolemic shock results in inadequate tissue perfusion and oxygenation; thus some cells are metabolizing anaerobically.Such metabolism increases the production of lactic acid,resulting in an increase in hydrogen ion production and acidosis.Other laboratory values associated with acidosis include increased creatinine (impaired renal function)and increased partial pressure of arterial carbon dioxide.Urine specific gravity is not associated with acidosis.

The Nurse Is Assessing a Client Who Has Hypovolemic Shock