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Pathophysiology Exam 2: Study Guide: Questions & Answers: Latest Updated
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A 54-year-old male with a long history of smoking complains of excessive tiredness, shortness of breath, and overall ill feelings. Lab results reveal decreased pH, increased CO2, and normal bicarbonate ion. These findings help to confirm the diagnosis of: 
(Ans- respiratory acidosis 
 
For a patient with respiratory acidosis, chronic compensation by the body will include: 
 (Ans- Kidney excretion of H+ 
 
A 55-year-old female presents to her primary care provider and reports dizziness, confusio...
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Pathophysiology Final Exam Review: Questions& Answers; Updated A Guide Solution
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When discussing causes of hypernatremia (elevated serum sodium), it is correct to include: Select all that apply. 
A) Excessive free water intake. 
B) Inappropriate administration of hypertonic saline solution. 
C) Over secretion of the hormone aldosterone. 
D) Cushing syndrome. 
E) Ingesting large amounts of dietary sodium. 
(Ans-B,C,&D 
 
High sodium can be caused by inappropriate administration of hypertonic saline (sodium bicarbonate in cardiac arrest), over secretion of aldosterone, and Cu...
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