ABG TEST 1 REVIEW- CONTINUE

Question 1

In acid base abnormalities which kind is most predictable abnormality of the below options:\_\_\_\_\_ & which is least predictable \_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
Respiratory acidosis
Respiratory alkalosis
Metabolic alkalosis
Metabolic acidosis

Answer 1

Most predictable is Respiratory acidosis

Least is Metabolic alkalosis

Question 2

What is a reason for Metabolic alkalosis being unpredictable as to the cause?

Answer 2

During compensation the compensation could be caused by a mixed disorder