Renal Alkalosis Flashcards
1
Q
List four ways to generate an alkalosis?
A
- Add bicarbonate
- Remove H+ (emesis)
- Shift H+
- Volume contraction
2
Q
In what situation would bicarb be added to the body?
A
3
Q
In what situation would acid be removed from the GI system?
A
- Emesis/gastric suction
- Cation exchange resin antacid therapy
- Chloride losing diarrhea
4
Q
What would cause renal loss of bicarb?
A
Mineralocorticoid effect mediated by aldosterone
Post hypercapnea
Hypercalcemia
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