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Which acid-base disorder is most likely to occur in this situation?

A nurse is caring for a client with a nasogastric tube that is attached to low suction.

Asked by Santepro, Last updated: Apr 16, 2024

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Answered May 19, 2018

Metabolic alkalosis

The loss of gastric fluid via nasogastric suction or vomiting causes metabolic alkalosis as a result of the loss of hydrochloric acid; this results in an alkalotic condition. Options 3 and 4 deal with respiratory problems. Option 1 relates to acidosis.
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