Question

17 multiple choice 2 points hypocapnia is a sign of: respiratory alkalosis. metabolic alkalosis. respiratory acidosis. metabolic acidosis.

Explanation:

Hypocapnia is a decrease in carbon - dioxide levels in the blood. Respiratory alkalosis occurs when there is a decrease in carbon - dioxide (CO₂) levels due to hyperventilation, which leads to an increase in blood pH. Metabolic alkalosis is related to non - respiratory causes like loss of acid or gain of bicarbonate. Respiratory acidosis is due to increased CO₂ levels, and metabolic acidosis is due to non - respiratory acid gain or bicarbonate loss.

Answer:

A. respiratory alkalosis