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A neonate receiving mechanical ventilation has a PaCO2 rate of 33 mmHg with a pH of 7.5 from a blood sample obtained from the umbilical artery. These values indicate: a. metabolic acidosis from decreased tissue perfusion b. respiratory acidosis from hypoventilation c. respiratory alkalosis fro...
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