Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT associated with the features of metabolic acidosis?

  1. A decreased anion gap

  2. Cardiac arrest

  3. A low plasma bicarbonate

  4. Increased generation of acid

  5. Deep, rapid inspiration

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Explanation

The anion gap may be normal or increased in a metabolic acidosis. The anion gap can be increased due to relatively low levels of cations other than sodium and potassium (e.g. calcium or magnesium).