A patient with severe diarrhea is at risk of developing which type of acid-base imbalance?

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

Explanation

Severe diarrhea can lead to a loss of bicarbonate ions, resulting in metabolic acidosis.

Source

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