How Many Minutes Does It Take for the Respiratory System

Question

How many minutes does it take for the respiratory system to offset acidosis or alkalosis?
A) 1-3 minutes
B) 2-4 minutes
C) 6-8 minutes
D) 3-5 minutes

Accepted Answer

The respiratory system can begin to compensate for acidosis or alkalosis within 1-3 minutes by adjusting the rate and depth of breathing to regulate carbon dioxide levels.