A client who is unconscious due to drug toxicity is brought to the emergency room. The client's vital signs include a body temperature of 97.8ºF, pulse rate of 90 beats/minute, respiratory rate of 12 breaths/minute, and blood pressure of 100/70 mm Hg. The arterial blood gas values of the client are also documented.
Which condition has the client developed?
A) Compensated respiratory acidosis
B) Compensated respiratory alkalosis
C) Uncompensated metabolic acidosis
D) Uncompensated respiratory acidosis
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