In Response to Respiratory Alkalosis, The

Question

In response to respiratory alkalosis, the
A) respiratory rate increases.
B) tidal volume increases.
C) kidneys conserve bicarbonate.
D) kidneys secrete more hydrogen ions.
E) kidneys retain more hydrogen ions.

Accepted Answer

In respiratory alkalosis, the blood pH is elevated due to decreased CO2 levels. The kidneys compensate by retaining more hydrogen ions to lower the pH back to normal.