L24 The Kidneys & Lungs in acid base balance

Question 1

How can we lose electrolytes and which electrolytes do we lose?

Answer 1

Chronic vom (H+, Cl-, protons)

Question 2

Chronic vom will lead to what type of acidosis/alkalsosi

Answer 2

Metabolic alkalosis b/w HCO3- increases in place of Cl-

Question 3

what are the buffering mechanisms in the body in response to losing ions

Answer 3

Bone –> release Ca++

Roteins & ions taking up or releasing H+ e.g. lactate, albumin, HCO3-

Question 4

What is normal blood pH

Answer 4

7.4