Which assessment finding indicates why the patient does not have signs of respiratory alkalosis despite a respiratory rate of 30 breaths/minute?

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A large pulmonary embolism reduces blood flow through the lungs leading the patient to feel acutely short of breath.The patient will not develop signs of respiratory alkalosis because the rapid breathing rate is compensating for impaired perfusion.Elevated hematocrit level,slightly elevated temperature,or panic attack would all cause the patient to have signs of hyperventilation with a respiratory rate of 30 breaths/minute.

Which Assessment Finding Indicates Why the Patient Does Not Have