Which of the following is most likely to develop in a patient who hypoventilates because of a chronic respiratory disease,such as emphysema?
A) Kussmaul respirations
B) a decrease in the plasma concentration of hydrogen ion
C) an increase in plasma pH
D) acidosis
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