FCEM2-1783

FCEM2-1783

A 32-year-old woman with a documented history of asthma arrives with severe difficulty breathing and wheezing. After initial assessment, it is determined that she is experiencing a life-threatening asthma attack, and she is immediately transferred to the resuscitation area. An arterial blood gas is obtained to aid in her treatment.
What type of acid-base imbalance would you anticipate as a result of this life-threatening asthma episode?