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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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An ABG analysis shows : pH 7.2, raised pCO2, decreased HCO3;diagnosis is :
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The correct answer is  Answer is C (Respiratory and metabolic acidosis) lhe acid base disorder is therefore both respiratory and metabolic acidosis. There is acidosis (pH < 7.35). Raised PCO2 (acidosis) indicates that change in CO2 is in keeping with change in p1-1. The respiratory component is therefore primary. Decreased HCO3 (acidosis) indicates that change in HCO3 is also primary . The acid base disorder is therefore both respiratory and metabolic acidosis.