Practice Question
A nurse is collecting data on a client who has respiratory acidosis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Lethargy
Rationale:
🟢 Respiratory acidosis results from CO₂ retention, which causes the blood to become more acidic and affects the central nervous system.
🟢 Elevated CO₂ levels (hypercapnia) can lead to symptoms such as lethargy, confusion, and even stupor.
🟢 The brain is particularly sensitive to pH changes, and the decreased excitability can impair mental alertness.
🟢 This contrasts with respiratory alkalosis, where symptoms like tingling and numbness are more typical.
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Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Medical-Surgical
- Answer Choices: 4