After an assessment,the nurse determines that a patient is at risk for respiratory acidosis.Which health problem did the nurse assess to come to this conclusion?

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D.Chronic lung disease is associated with hypoventilation,which causes carbon dioxide retention and acidosis.A.Anxiety is associated with respiratory alkalosis.B.C.Diabetes and kidney failure are associated with metabolic acidosis.

After an Assessment,the Nurse Determines That a Patient Is at Risk