Which Condition Stimulates Kussmaul Respirations

Question

Which condition stimulates Kussmaul respirations?
A) Respiratory acidosis
B) Respiratory alkalosis
C) Ketoacidosis
D) Hypocalcemic tetany

Accepted Answer

Kussmaul respirations are deep, labored breaths often associated with conditions that cause metabolic acidosis, such as ketoacidosis. This breathing pattern is the body's attempt to reduce acid levels by exhaling more carbon dioxide.