Indicate which type of acid-base imbalance might occur in each of the following situations by writing the appropriate letter in the blank.
-fever
A)respiratory acidosis
B)respiratory alkalosis
C)metabolic acidosis
D)metabolic alkalosis

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Fever can lead to hyperventilation, which decreases carbon dioxide levels in the blood, potentially causing respiratory alkalosis.

Indicate Which Type of Acid-Base Imbalance Might Occur in Each