When a patient has metabolic acidosis,which body system influences the acid-base imbalance to produce the compensatory changes in the arterial blood gases?
A) Respiratory system
B) Renal system
C) Vascular system
D) Neurological system

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The respiratory system compensates for metabolic acidosis by increasing the rate and depth of breathing to expel more CO2, which helps to raise blood pH.

When a Patient Has Metabolic Acidosis,which Body System Influences the Acid-Base