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The arterial blood gas (ABG) results for a patient who overdosed on barbiturates are pH = 7.32, PaCO2 = 52, and HCO3 = 23. Which interpretation would the nurse rely on when planning the patient's care?

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Correct Answer:

Respiratory acidosis.

Rationale:
High PaCO2 and low pH indicate respiratory acidosis, often caused by hypoventilation in barbiturate overdose.
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