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You are asked to review a 78-year-old patient in the orthopaedics ward who is three days post-op following a right hemiarthroplasty.
You are asked to review a 78-year-old patient in the orthopaedics ward who is three days post-op following a right hemiarthroplasty.
Blood gas on room air shows the following:
| nvestigation | Results | Normal value |
|---|---|---|
| pH | 7.50 | 7.35-7.45 |
| pCO2 | 3.7 kPa | 4.7-6.0 kPa |
| pO2 | 7.0 kPa | >10.5 kPa |
| HCO3- | 23 mmol/l | 22-29 mmol/l |
What is the likely diagnosis?
Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.
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