Which of the following can cause metabolic acidosis?
a. Overdose with salicylate
b. Diuretic administration
c. Nasogastric suctioning
d. Lactate administration
ANS: A
Ingestion of salicylate causes the production of acid, resulting in metabolic acidosis.
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