What Does an Arterial PH of 7.30 Indicate

Question

What does an arterial pH of 7.30 indicate?
A) acidosis or acidemia
B) normal arterial value
C) insufficient information to assess
D) alkalosis or alkalemia

Accepted Answer

An arterial pH of 7.30 indicates acidosis or acidemia, as the normal arterial pH range is approximately 7.35 to 7.45. Values below 7.35 suggest acidosis.