Question

question 8 (2 points) arterial blood gas values of a client are documented by the nurse. blood ph 7.37 partial pressure of carbon dioxide 47 mm hg partial pressure of oxygen 85 mm hg bicarbonate concentration 26 meq/l oxygen saturation 87% which condition has the client developed? compensated metabolic acidosis compensated respiratory acidosis uncompensated respiratory acidosis uncompensated metabolic alkalosis question 9 (2 points) a nurse is caring for a client who has been diagnosed with renal failure. which mechanism of compensation for the acid - base disturbance does the nurse recognize in the client? the client retains carbon dioxide in excess. the clients oxygen saturation level improves. the clients blood ph decreases from the present value. the client breathes rapidly to eliminate carbon dioxide.

Explanation:

For Question 8: Normal blood pH is 7.35 - 7.45. Here pH is 7.37 (near - normal). Partial pressure of carbon dioxide ($PCO_2$) is elevated (normal 35 - 45 mm Hg), indicating respiratory acidosis. Since pH is near - normal, it is compensated. For Question 9: In renal failure, metabolic acidosis often occurs. The respiratory system compensates by hyperventilation (rapid breathing) to eliminate carbon dioxide and raise blood pH.

Answer:

Question 8: Compensated respiratory acidosis
Question 9: The client breathes rapidly to eliminate carbon dioxide.