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A patient with a severe infection develops lactic acidosis. This is caused by:

A. Increased oxygen delivery to tissues.
B. Anaerobic metabolism due to tissue hypoxia.
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C. Excessive bicarbonate production.
D. Hyperventilation.

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  • Increased oxygen delivery to tissues.
  • Anaerobic metabolism due to tissue hypoxia.
  • Excessive bicarbonate production.
  • Hyperventilation.

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