Which of these statements describes the respiratory mechanism of pH control
A)Respiratory rate and depth decrease as a compensatory measure to combat metabolic acidosis.
B)The respiratory system can compensate completely for uremic acidosis.
C)Metabolic alkalosis inhibits (depresses) the respiratory centre.
D)The respiratory responses to acid-base imbalances represent the first line of defence against changes in pH of body fluids.

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Metabolic alkalosis can lead to a decrease in respiratory rate as the body attempts to retain CO2 and increase acidity to balance the pH.

Which of These Statements Describes the Respiratory Mechanism of PH