MDC 2 Exam 2 Questions & Answers 2023/2024

MDC 2 Exam 2 Questions & Answers 2023/2024 Fully compensated - ANSWER-pH normal PaCO2 & HCO3 abnormal partial compensation - ANSWER--pH, CO2, and HCO3 are all off -some compensation occurs but pH remains abnormal Uncompensated - ANSWER-pH and one other value are abnormal. Crystalloids- contain small particles that easily pass through a semi - ANSWER-permeable membrane. Crystalloids are classified as isotonic, hypotonic, and hypertonic. Choice for treatment is based on patient condition and deficits. Isotonic solutions - ANSWER-- increase intravascular volume and are used to treat fluid volume deficits. Hypotonic solutions - ANSWER-- increase intracellular volume and are used to treat intracellular dehydration from conditions such as diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar hyperglycemia states. Hypertonic solutions - ANSWER-- increases extracellular volume and used as a volume expander. Colloids - ANSWER-- contain large particles that do not pass through the semipermeable membrane. Colloids are prescribed to - ANSWER-increase intravascular volume and are used to treat malnourished patients and those not able to tolerate large fluid boluses. What three regulating systems maintain PH? - ANSWER-Chemical Buffers