Mrs. Lee reports moderate abdominal pain and nausea. The pro…

Mrs. Lee reports moderate abdominal pain and nausea. The provider ordered the placement of a nasogastric (NG) tube for gastric decompression. The following morning, labs are drawn.   Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) pH: 7.47PaCO2: 48HCO3: 30 Identify the acid-base disorder based on the ABG results. All drop-down questions must be answered in full. Failure to provide answers for all options will result in a score of 0. [Compensation] [MetabolicorRespiratory] [AcidosisorAlkalosis]

Ms. Lewis, a 35-year-old woman with no significant medical h…

Ms. Lewis, a 35-year-old woman with no significant medical history, is at home when she suddenly experiences difficulty breathing and chest pain. Her roommate calls emergency services, and Ms. Lewis is brought to the emergency department.  Vital Signs: Heart rate: 120 bpm Blood pressure: 130/80 mmHg Respiratory rate: 32 breaths per minute Temperature: 98.4°F (36.9°C) Oxygen saturation: 88% on room air Arterial Blood Gas: pH 7.52 PaCO2 28 HCO3 24 mEq/L Clinical Presentation: Shallow and rapid respirations noted. Chest pain described as sharp and stabbing. Identify the acid-based disorder based on the ABG results.  All drop-down questions must be answered in full. Failure to provide answers for all options will result in a score of 0. [Compensation] [MetabolicorRespiratory] [AcidosisorAlkalosis]

A 45-year-old male with a history of asthma presents to the…

A 45-year-old male with a history of asthma presents to the emergency department with increased shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing. His vital signs are: Heart rate: 110 bpm Blood pressure: 130/85 mmHg Respiratory rate: 28 breaths per minute Oxygen saturation: 91% on room air The following ABG results are received: pH: 7.30  PaCO2: 55 mmHg  HCO3: 26 mEq/L PaO2: 70 mmHg Which of the following is the most likely acid-base imbalance for this patient?