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sc00by25

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which of the following would be found in a stable patient with long-standing obstructive lung disease?
 
  a. Low bicarbonate level and low carbon dioxide level
  b. Low bicarbonate level and high carbon dioxide level
  c. High bicarbonate level and low carbon dioxide level
  d. High bicarbonate level and high carbon dioxide level

Question 2

The diagnosis of Guillain-Barr syndrome is based on all of the following EXCEPT:
 
  a. urinalysis shows elevated blood urea nitrogen.
  b. abnormal electromyography results.
  c. cerebrospinal fluid shows elevated protein level.
  d. clinical history.


kaylee05

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D
A high bicarbonate level and high carbon dioxide level are found in a stable patient with long-standing obstructive lung disease. The other options are associated with other acid-base disorders.

Answer to Question 2

A
Urinalysis and BUN levels are not used to diagnose Guillain-Barr syndrome.


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