A patient with respiratory acidosis would likely exhibit which of the following arterial blood gas (ABG) findings?

A Low pH, low PCO2, low HCO3-
B Low pH, high PCO2, low HCO3-
C High pH, low PCO2, high HCO3-
D Low pH, high PCO2, high HCO3- ✓

Explanation

Respiratory acidosis is characterized by a low pH, high PCO2, and often a compensatory increase in HCO3-.

Source

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