Which of the following clinical findings would you expect in a fully compensated respiratory acidosis?
I.elevated HCO₃^-
II.pH below 7.35
III.pH between 7.35 and 7.39
IV.elevated PO₂

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Which of the following clinical findings would you expect in a fully compensated respiratory acidosis? I.elevated HCO₃^- II.pH below 7.35 III.pH between 7.35 and 7.39 IV.elevated PO₂

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In fully compensated respiratory acidosis, the kidneys retain bicarbonate (HCO3-) to compensate, leading to elevated HCO3-. The pH is brought back towards normal, typically between 7.35 and 7.39. Elevated PO2 is not a typical finding.

Which of the Following Clinical Findings Would You Expect in a Fully