Match the following:
-Possibly occurring with emphysema,extreme obesity,or narcotic overdose.
A)Metabolic alkalosis
B)Respiratory acidosis
C)Metabolic acidosis
D)Respiratory alkalosis

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Emphysema, extreme obesity, and narcotic overdose can lead to hypoventilation, which results in an accumulation of carbon dioxide in the blood, causing respiratory acidosis.

Match the Following: -Possibly Occurring with Emphysema,extreme Obesity,or Narcotic Overdose