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Cooldude101

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which of the following is/are cause(s) of metabolic alkalosis? 1. Diuretics 2. Hyperkalemia 3. Hypochloremia 4. Vomiting
 
  a. 1, 3, and 4 only
  b. 2 and 3 only
  c. 1, 2, and 4 only
  d. 2 only

Question 2

What would be an example of an iatrogenic cause of metabolic alkalosis?
 
  a. Gastric suction
  b. High-salt diet
  c. Discontinuing the patient's diuretics
  d. Vomiting


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cascooper22

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

ANS: A
The causes of metabolic alkalosis are summarized in Box 14-6.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Often, metabolic alkalosis is iatrogenic, resulting from the use of diuretics, low-salt diets, and gastric drainage.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Gracias!

rleezy04

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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