Acid/Base Flashcards
1
Q
S/S of alkalosis
A
Increased neuromuscular irritability
Tetany, parasthesias, seizures.
confusion, lethargy
2
Q
Major causes of metabolic alkalosis
A
Vomiting, antacids
Diuretics
Hypercalcemia
Contraction alkalosis
3
Q
Contraction alkalosis
A
Caused by volume depletion
Dehydration, diuretics
4
Q
How to treat chloride-sensitive metabolic alkalosis
A
IV NaCl
Urinary Cl is <10
5
Q
Chloride insensitive metabolic alkalosis
A
Direct stimulation of kidneys to retain bicarb.
Usually caused by glucocorticoids