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Which type of acid-base imbalance can be caused by pneumonia?
What is the role of hemoglobin's histidine residues in maintaining acid-base balance in the body in an acidic environment?
A patient was rushed to the ER after having a prolonged episode of hyperventilation. Arterial blood gas was obtained and revealed: PCO2 35, pH 8.2.
What acid-base balance anomaly is the patient experiencing and how should it be treated:
Which of the following statements about respiratory compensation is true?
The following are the buffer systems of the ECF except:
Emily's feet, ankles, and legs are all swollen. Her doctor diagnoses edema and recommends diuretics. However, after a few days she begins vomiting frequently, which was diagnosed as metabolic alkalosis. How can diuretics contribute to metabolic alkalosis?
Ms. Audrey has been taking a heavy dosage of Eplerenone, which is an aldosterone-blocking diuretic. Which of the following ions is most likely to be higher in her laboratory test reports?