In general, when the nonbicarbonate buffer concentration is normal, an acute PaCO₂ decrease of 10 mm Hg below 40 mm Hg will be associated with which of the following changes?

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The hydrolysis reaction relationship is not linear; [HCO₃^-] is reduced approximately 1 mEq/L for every 5 mm Hg PCO₂ decrease below 40 mm Hg.

In General, When the Nonbicarbonate Buffer Concentration Is Normal, an Acute