1
Q
What happens to bicarb (HCO3) when the body becomes acidotic?
A
THE BASE DROPS!!!!
Ha ha ha ha ha ha 😂💽💻🎶
(In an attempt to neutralize the acid.)
2
Q
Where does Lasix act?
A
In the Loop of Henle, to decrease sodium and water readsorption.
3
Q
What is the best lab test to evaluate the patients GFR?
A
Urine creatinine clearance (24hour)
4
Q
Fastest treatment for fixing hyperkalemia?
A
Calcium gluconate(stabilizes cell membranes) Insulin(drives K+ into the cell) Glucose (prevents hypoglycemia)
It is faster than hemodialysis
5
Q
BUN:creatinine ratio
A
Wide (20-40:1) prerenal failure
Narrow (10-15:1) intrarenal failure
CCRN
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