Which of the following are potential causes of respiratory alkalosis?
I.anxiety
II.central nervous system depression
III.hypoxemia
IV.pain

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Respiratory alkalosis occurs when there is a decrease in carbon dioxide levels in the blood, often due to hyperventilation. Anxiety and pain can lead to hyperventilation, increasing the rate and depth of breathing, thus causing respiratory alkalosis. Hypoxemia, or low oxygen levels in the blood, can also stimulate hyperventilation as the body attempts to increase oxygen intake, contributing to respiratory alkalosis. Central nervous system depression, however, typically leads to respiratory depression, not alkalosis, making choices I, III, and IV correct.

Which of the Following Are Potential Causes of Respiratory Alkalosis