Question 26 - Reduction of Risk Potential Practice Test for the NCLEX-RN Exam

A client admitted to a healthcare facility for observation related to severe anxiety and panic attacks begins hyperventilating. The client, unable to calm down, continues the irregular and quick breathing pattern. The client is at highest risk for which of the following?

metabolic alkalosis
metabolic acidosis
respiratory alkalosis
respiratory acidosis

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