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Metabolic Alkalosis Flashcards

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Metabolic alkalosis occurs when

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pH >7.45

HCO3 >26

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Metabolic alkalosis is caused by

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Acid loss

  • vomiting
  • potassium loss (diuretics)

Hyperaldosterouism

  • cushings
  • steroids
  • bicarbonate
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Patients with metabolic alkalosis present with

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Nausea and vomiting 
Diarrhoea
Confusion
Seizures
Tetany (involuntary contracting of muscles)
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Treatment for metabolic alkalosis includes

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Administer a buffer

Treating the cause

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