Fluid/ acid base Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
what formula can be used to calculate bicarbonate deficit?
A
Bicarbonate deficit (mEq/kg)= body weight (kg) x 0.4 x (12- patient’s bicarbonate)
2
Q
The ratio of which 2 parameters does not aid prediction of survival in septic patients?
A
Lactate to albumin ratio
3
Q
How may circulating methemoglobinemia alter in dogs with sepsis?
A
Mild methhaemoglobinaemia detected in dogs with sepsis, MHg above RI might be associated with a worse outcome
4
Q
what link between hypophyosphataemia and sepsis has been documented in dogs?
A
Hypophosphataemia more prevalent in dogs with presumed sepsis but is not associated with outcome
