The nurse is caring for the patient who is experiencing uncontrolled diabetes mellitus. The patient is exhibiting Kussmaul's respirations. What best describes the compensatory action for the respirations?
A) The body is compensating for the metabolic acidosis by releasing CO2 via the lungs.
B) The body is compensating for the metabolic alkalosis by retaining CO2 via the lungs.
C) The body is compensating for the respiratory acidosis by retaining the CO2 in the lungs.
D) The body is compensating for the respiratory alkalosis by releasing the CO2 in the lungs.
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