Respiratory alkalosis differs from metabolic alkalosis in that the
A. Likelihood of tetany is less.
B. Urine is alkaline.
C. Arterial blood [HCO3 ] is normal or low.
D. Arterial blood PCO2 is reduced.
E. Reduction in cerebral blood flow is greater.
Ayushi Answered question August 17, 2024
D. Arterial blood PCO2 is reduced.
In respiratory alkalosis, the primary issue is a decrease in arterial PCO2 due to hyperventilation, whereas in metabolic alkalosis, the arterial PCO2 may be normal or elevated as the body attempts to compensate for the increased bicarbonate concentration.
Ayushi Answered question August 17, 2024