A patient's blood gas results are shown below: pH 7.30; pCO2 = 60 mm Hg; HC03- = 25 mmol/L. These results indicate:
A. Respiratory acidosis.
B. Metabolic alkalosis.
C. Respiratory alkalosis.
D. Metabolic acidosis.
A
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A) call the receiving trauma center and update them on the patients' conditions. B) contact the incident commander and request permission to utilize air transport. C) request air transport immediately and determine where you will land the helicopter. D) notify the transportation supervisor and request that he or she establish a landing zone.