Physiology: Maintaining Homeostasis and Acid-Base Balance Flashcards
1
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Metabolic Acidosis
A
- Lose HCO3
- Loss of base
- Diarrhea
- Gain of acid
- Diabetes
- Renal failure
2
Q
Respiratory acidosis
A
- Hypoventilation
- Gain CO2
- COPD
3
Q
Metabolic Alkalosis
A
- Gain HCO3
- Over ingestion of base
- Loss of acid
- Vomiting
4
Q
Respiratory Alkalosis
A
- Hyperventiation
- Lose CO2
5
Q
Correction of metabolic acidosis
A
- Decrease PCO2
- Hyperventilation
6
Q
Correction of metabolic alkalosis
A
- Increase PCO2
- Hypoventilation
7
Q
Correction of respiratory acidosis
A
- Increase renal net acid output
- Increase renal HCO3- reabsorption
8
Q
Correction of respiratory alkalosis
A
- Decrease renal net acid output
- Decrease renal HCO3- reabsorption