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when potassium levels in the body are elevated. As a result, potassium builds up in the body and is not excreted via urine.1 -This will greatly impact acid-base balance within the body.1 Respiratory Acidosis* ICD-10-CM E87.2 -Results from an excess of acid compared to base; in the case of respiratory, retention of carbon dioxide.1 - Usually the lungs are unable to expire CO2 effectively.1 -For the case of this Veteran, possible causes include pulmonary edema and poor kidney function.1 -As CO2 increases within the lungs, more carbonic acid (H2CO3) results. Therefore pH trends towards acidosis.1 -Healthy kidneys would normally correct this acidic pH within 12 to 24 hours, but compensated kidneys cannot correct effectively.1 -Oxygen therapy is necessary to correct.1 -In to prevent or exacerbate respiratory acidosis, specifically on patients who require nutrition support, overfeeding must be avoided. Research points towards slight underfeeding with a higher percentage of calories coming from protein to be more beneficial for the patient.1