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Respiratory alkalosis Flashcards

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Results from

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CO2 loss- increased pH and decreased PCO2 due to hyperventilation

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Causes

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Hyperventilation
-Hypoxia
-Pain
-Stress
-Neuro disorders
-Panting
-Anesthesia

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Compensaiton

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Early to low PCO2-> no change mild decrease in HCO3
Later or low PCO2-> kidneys decrease HCO3 resorption, pH may return to normal after several weeks

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Findings

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Increased pH
Decreased H
Decreased PCO2
Compensatory HCO3 decrease

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