Nephrology Flashcards by Ally Norton

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Metabolic acidosis

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pH low
HCO3 low
CO2 low

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Metabolic Alkalosis

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pH high
HCO3 high
CO2 high

ex. diuretics, recent packed RBC transfusion

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Respiratory acidosis

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pH low
HCO3 high
CO2 high

ex. hypoventilation

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Respiratory Alkalosis

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pH low
HCO3 low
CO2 low

ex. hypokalemia is common, hyperventilation

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