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savannahhooper

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All of the following statements about partially compensated respiratory alkalosis are true EXCEPT:
 
  A) The pH is slightly higher than normal
  B) pCO2 is lower than normal
  C) HCO3 is lower than normal
  D) Hypoventilation is the causative defect
  E) Renal reabsorption of HCO3 is decreased

Question 2

You have determined the following blood gas parameters on a patient with emphysema. Calculate the total carbon dioxide content in mEq/L.
 
  pH = 7.20 HCO3 = 20 mEq/L pO2 = 60 mmHg
  pCO2 = 100 mmHg BE = +4
  A) 17
  B) 23
  C) 63
  D) 28


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mbcrismon

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Reply #1 on: Aug 10, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: D

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B


savannahhooper

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Reply 2 on: Aug 10, 2018
Gracias!

steff9894

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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