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sc00by25

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which of the following can cause metabolic alkalosis?
 
  a. Renal failure
  b. Potassium deficiency
  c. Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors
  d. Ethylene glycol

Question 2

Which of the following can cause metabolic acidosis?
 
  a. Overdose with salicylate
  b. Diuretic administration
  c. Nasogastric suctioning
  d. Lactate administration


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britb2u

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

ANS: B
Potassium deficiency causes acid to shift into the cells, reducing the amount of acid in the blood.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Ingestion of salicylate causes the production of acid, resulting in metabolic acidosis.


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