Acid Base Balance Flashcards
1
Q
What are the four main clinical presentations of acid base disorders?
A
Respiratory acidosis
Respiratory alkalosis
Metabolic acidosis
Metabolic alkalosis
2
Q
Is a pt acidic or basic aid they are retaining co2 (can’t breath)?
A
Acidic
3
Q
If a pt is hyperventilating is she acidic or basic? (Blowing out too much co2)
A
Basic
4
Q
What produces the fastest response during acidotic/alkalodic emergencies?
A
Buffer system
5
Q
What is an H+ ion?
A
Acid
6
Q
What is an OH ion?
A
Base
7
Q
Aspirin overdose will cause what acidosis or alkalosis?
A
Metabolic acidosis
8
Q
What are the three main components of the buffer system?
A
Circulating bicarbonate (HCO3)
Respiratory system
Renal system
