Severe vomiting or dehydration and overuse of antacids may bring about which condition?
A) metabolic alkalosis
B) respiratory acidosis
C) metabolic acidosis
D) respiratory alkalosis
E) compensatory acidosis

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Severe vomiting or dehydration can lead to a loss of stomach acid, and overuse of antacids can increase bicarbonate levels, both of which can result in metabolic alkalosis.

Severe Vomiting or Dehydration and Overuse of Antacids May Bring