A patient with a pH level of 7.2 and a bicarbonate level of 18 mmol/L is likely to have which type of acid-base disorder?

A Respiratory acidosis
B Metabolic acidosis ✓
C Respiratory alkalosis
D Metabolic alkalosis

Explanation

The patient's low pH level and low bicarbonate level indicate a metabolic acidosis.

Source

Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine
Electrolytes and Acid-Base Balance Pathophysiology Acid-Base Disorders Hard MEDICAL Confidence: high