The nurse knows that if a client is retaining too much hydrogen or losing too much bicarbonate,it can result in which of these conditions?

Name: The nurse knows that if a client is retaining too much hydrogen or losing too much bicarbonate,it can result in which of these conditions?
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Metabolic acidosis is caused by kidney disease,vomiting,diarrhea,diabetes mellitus,or use of diuretics.In metabolic acidosis,the blood pH is below 7.35 (indicating an increase in H+ ions or a loss of bicarbonate).

The Nurse Knows That If a Client Is Retaining Too