A patient with severe diarrhea is likely to develop which type of acid-base disturbance?

A Metabolic alkalosis
B Respiratory acidosis
C Metabolic 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 Gastrointestinal Disorders Easy MEDICAL Confidence: high