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Why would keto-acidosis lead to decreased pco2 in arterial blood gases?
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Compensation: In response to the low ph caused by the ketoacidosis, the brainstem triggers a dramatic increase in the respiratory rate. This causes the lungs to expel more carbon dioxide in a process known as respiratory compensation for metabolic acidosis.
Answered 11/23/2012
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