Question

What would be the most effective compensation for respiratory acidosis?a. the kidneys secreting more bicarbonate ionsb. the kidneys producing more bicarbonate ionsc. the kidneys reabsorbing more hydrogen ionsd. an increase in respiratory rate

Answer 1

The most effective compensation for respiratory acidosis would be a. the kidneys secreting more bicarbonate ions. When the respiratory system is unable to eliminate enough carbon dioxide, the kidneys can increase the production and secretion of bicarbonate ions to help balance the pH of the blood. This process takes longer than the respiratory compensation, but it is more effective in the long term.