In addition to respiratory support, how is metabolic acidosis diagnosed, stabilized immediately, and definitively treated?
A) Diagnosis is primarily based on chest X-rays, stabilization involves administering bronchodilators, and definitive treatment includes long-term oxygen therapy.
B) Diagnosis is made through blood tests, stabilization involves intravenous fluids, and definitive treatment includes addressing the underlying cause and administering sodium bicarbonate if necessary.
C) Diagnosis is confirmed through physical examination, stabilization involves antibiotic therapy, and definitive treatment includes corticosteroids.
D) Diagnosis is established by electrocardiogram (ECG), stabilization involves nebulized medications, and definitive treatment includes diuretics.