An increase in bicarbonate or a decrease in hydrogen ion concentration in a client results in which of these conditions?

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Metabolic alkalosis is caused by excessive ingestion of antacids or milk,or by excessive oral or parenteral administration of sodium bicarbonate or other alkaline salts.In metabolic alkalosis,the blood pH is greater than 7.45 (indicating a lose of H+ ions)and an increase in bicarbonate.

An Increase in Bicarbonate or a Decrease in Hydrogen Ion