An ABG result shows the pH to be 7.56 and the HCO₃^- to be 23 mEq/L. Which of the following is the most likely disorder?

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The ABG result shows a high pH (7.56), indicating alkalosis, and a normal or slightly low HCO3- (23 mEq/L), suggesting the primary problem is not metabolic. Therefore, the most likely disorder is respiratory alkalosis, which is characterized by an elevated pH due to decreased CO2 levels from hyperventilation.

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