A semi-conscious patient with a severe asthma episode continues to deteriorate clinically in ER and does not respond to treatment. The patient has a pH below 7.35, PaCO2 greater than 45 and normal bicarbonate level. Which acid base abnormality is present?
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How can positive pressure ventilation affect urinary output?…
How can positive pressure ventilation affect urinary output?
In the event of a patient hyperventilating affecting acid ba…
In the event of a patient hyperventilating affecting acid base balance, what would you expect with the patient’s PaCO2?
Where are the stretch receptors, also known as volume recept…
Where are the stretch receptors, also known as volume receptors located?
The following may occur when the lungs are exposed to harmfu…
The following may occur when the lungs are exposed to harmful gases and the irritant reflex is activated, except?
What is the term for prolonged breathing or gasping in the i…
What is the term for prolonged breathing or gasping in the inspiratory phase which can result from a pontine lesion?
How are elevated levels of calcium or magnesium regulated by…
How are elevated levels of calcium or magnesium regulated by the kidneys?
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Name the cells marked by the dot. Slide48.JPG [BLANK-1]
Name the structure marked by the circle. Slide21.JPG [BLAN…
Name the structure marked by the circle. Slide21.JPG [BLANK-1]
Name the tube-like structure marked by the dot. Slide56.JPG…
Name the tube-like structure marked by the dot. Slide56.JPG [BLANK-1]