Respiratory alkalosis Flashcards by Hannah Walters | Brainscape

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Respiratory alkalosis

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pH > 7.45, decreased PCO2, decrease in HCO3-

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Causes

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Central stimulation of respiration

Peripheral stimulation of respiration

Mechanical ventilation

Pulmonary (edema, PE, pneumonia

Salicylate intoxication

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Symptoms

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CNS: light headedness, confusion, seizures

decrease cerebral blood flow

tetany/muscle cramps

N/V

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Treatment

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correct underlying cause

ventilation, sedation, paralysis

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