What is the acid-base status of a patient with the following values for arterial blood gases: serum bicarbonate 36.5 mmol/L (normal range: 22-28) pCO2 75 mm Hg (normal range: 35-45) and serum pH 7.0? A. respiratory acidosis B. metabolic alkalosis C. hyperventilation D. respiratory alkalosis E. metabolic acidosis
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