kidney function 5

Question 1

what does pH changes cause ?

Answer 1

influence protein stabilty and function
affect nerve and muscle excitability
influence electrolyte distribution

Question 2

what are the 2 related processes on acid-base balance ?

Answer 2

• matching output to input

- regulating the ratio of base to weak acid in buffers system

Question 3

how does the kidneys deal with bicarbonate ?

Answer 3

kidneys can reabsorb bicarbonate

kidney can rid the body of excess H+

Question 4

what are the mechanisms that maintain pH ?

Answer 4

• chemical buffers
• brainstem respiratory center
• renal mechanism

Question 5

what is acidemia ?

Answer 5

plasma pH < 7.35

Question 6

what is alkalemia ?

Answer 6

plasma pH > 7.45

Question 7

what is respiratory acidosis or alkalosis ?

Answer 7

acidosis and alkalosis caused by respiratory problems

Question 8

what is metabolic acidosis or alkalosis

Answer 8

acidosis or alkalosis caused by non-respiratory problem