A Patient with a Blood PH of 7.28

Question

A patient with a blood pH of 7.28
A) has an excess of H+.
B) has a blood pH that is within normal limits.
C) is alkalotic.
D) has a blood pH that indicates a deficiency of acid.

Accepted Answer

A blood pH of 7.28 is below the normal range of 7.35-7.45, indicating acidosis. Acidosis occurs when there is an excess of hydrogen ions (H+) in the blood, leading to a decrease in pH.