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1
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Causes of Metabolic Alkalosis

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Vomiting, NG Tubes, Abuse of Antacids

2
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Causes of Metabolic Acidosis

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Renal Failure, Sepsis, Shock, Diarrhea, ASA OD, DKA

3
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Causes of Respiratory Acidosis

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Hypoventilation, Head injury, Pulmonary edema, COPD, Respiratory Failure, Narcotic OD, Chest Trauma

4
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Tx for Metabolic Alkalosis

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Stop Bicarbonate Intake

5
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Labs for Metabolic Acidosis

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BUN, Creatinine , K+

6
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Tx for Metabolic Acidosis

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Turn, Cough, Deep Breathe
FSBS
NS IV
FSBS
Check Renal Function
7
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Tx for Respiratory Acidosis

A

GET RID OF CO2

Ventilator, Raise HOB, Maintain Airway, Give O2, Bronchodilation