Acid Base Balance Flashcards
1
Q
what are the major mechanisms in the maintenance of acid-base balance
A
buffer systems, exhalation of carbon dioxide, kidney excretion of H+
2
Q
what is the importance of the mechanisms in acid-base balance
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3
Q
define acid
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4
Q
define base
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5
Q
define carbon dioxide
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6
Q
define muscle tetanus
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7
Q
define pH
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8
Q
describe the clinical importance of disturbances if the acid base balance and how these can occur
A
Respiratory Acidosis: blood pH drops due to excessive retention of CO2 leadingto excess H2co3
