Acid-Base Disturbance Overview
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What is the primary acid-base imbalance indicated by the blood gas results?

  • Metabolic acidosis
  • Respiratory alkalosis
  • Respiratory acidosis
  • Metabolic alkalosis (correct)

Which condition could lead to metabolic alkalosis due to excessive loss of hydrogen ions?

  • Vomiting (correct)
  • Excessive exercise
  • Chronic bronchitis
  • Severe diarrhea

What indicates that there is partial compensation in the patient's acid-base status?

  • Abnormal PCo levels
  • An expected fall in pH
  • Normal pH levels
  • High bicarbonate levels (correct)

What does a pH of 7.5 indicate in the context provided?

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What is a common symptom associated with metabolic alkalosis?

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What underlying condition is associated with increased reabsorption of bicarbonate leading to metabolic alkalosis?

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What is a potential cause of respiratory alkalosis?

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Which of the following parameters indicates respiratory alkalosis in the provided case study?

<p>Decreased PCO2 levels (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What clinical symptom might a patient experience due to respiratory alkalosis?

<p>Dizziness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In assessing compensation in acid-base disturbances, what should be evaluated?

<p>Serum bicarbonate and carbon dioxide levels (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary interpretation of the blood gas results presented?

<p>Fully compensated respiratory acidosis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a cause of respiratory acidosis?

<p>Hyperventilation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What clinical symptoms may indicate respiratory acidosis in a patient?

<p>Headaches (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What blood gas finding is indicative of hypoxia in the context of acid-base disturbances?

<p>Low PO2 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition among the following should be considered a likely underlying issue for respiratory acidosis?

<p>Obstructive sleep apnea (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary condition indicated by the blood gas results?

<p>Metabolic acidosis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a cause of metabolic acidosis?

<p>Hypoventilation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal range of anion gap in the human body?

<p>12 +/- 4 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which clinical feature is associated with metabolic acidosis?

<p>Deep, rapid respiration (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the anion gap calculated?

<p>Na - (HCO3 + Cl) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the anion gap calculated from the patient's serum electrolytes?

<p>30 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What physiological effect can metabolic acidosis have on cardiac function?

<p>Hypotension (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which of the following conditions is an increased anion gap likely observed?

<p>Chronic kidney disease (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the pH level associated with acidemia?

<p>pH &lt; 7.35 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is characterized by a pH level greater than 7.45?

<p>Alkalemia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What compensatory mechanism occurs in metabolic acidosis?

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How does the body respond to respiratory alkalosis in the short term?

<p>H ions moving from intracellular to extracellular fluids (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal range for arterial blood gas pH?

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Which of the following disorders is most likely associated with low HCO3 levels?

<p>Metabolic acidosis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main driving force behind respiratory compensation in acidosis?

<p>Elimination of carbon dioxide (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What blood gas value indicates respiratory acidosis?

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In metabolic alkalosis, what compensatory mechanism is typically employed by the body?

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Which primary type of acid-base disturbance occurs due to ventilatory issues?

<p>Respiratory acidosis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Pco2 normal range in arterial blood gas measurements?

<p>35 - 45 mmHg (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In respiratory acidosis, how does the kidney compensate in the long term?

<p>Increase bicarbonate reabsorption (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What physiological process predominantly occurs during metabolic acidosis?

<p>Decreased bicarbonate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is characterized by a decrease in HCO3 due to an acid-base imbalance?

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Study Notes

Acid-Base Disturbance

  • Acid-base disturbances are imbalances in the body's pH levels.
  • Normal pH levels are between 7.35 and 7.45.
  • Acidemia is when the blood pH is below 7.35.
  • Alkalemia is when the blood pH is above 7.45.
  • The formula for calculating hydrogen ion concentration ([H]) is: [H] = 24 * Pco2 / [Hco3].
  • Acidemia is associated with an increase in hydrogen ion concentration ([H]), partial pressure of carbon dioxide (Pco2), and bicarbonate (Hco3).
  • Alkalemia is associated with a decrease in hydrogen ion concentration ([H]), partial pressure of carbon dioxide (Pco2), and bicarbonate (Hco3).

Types of Acid-Base Disturbances

  • There are two main types of acid-base disturbances: respiratory and metabolic.

Respiratory Acid-Base Disturbances

  • Respiratory acidosis is when the body cannot effectively get rid of carbon dioxide (CO2).
  • This leads to an increase in Pco2.
  • Respiratory alkalosis is when the body gets rid of too much CO2.
  • This leads to a decrease in Pco2.

Metabolic Acid-Base Disturbances

  • Metabolic acidosis is when the body has a build-up of acids other than CO2.
  • This leads to a decrease in bicarbonate (HCO3-).
  • Metabolic alkalosis is when the body has a loss of acid or an increase in the amount of bicarbonate.
  • This leads to an increase in HCO3-.

Compensation Mechanisms

  • The body has compensation mechanisms to help maintain normal pH levels.
  • Respiratory compensation involves changes in breathing rate and depth to alter Pco2.
  • Metabolic compensation involves the kidneys adjusting HCO3- levels.

Respiratory Compensation for Metabolic Disorders

  • Metabolic acidosis leads to increased breathing rate (hyperventilation) to reduce Pco2 levels. This is known as Kussmaul breathing.
  • Metabolic alkalosis leads to decreased breathing rate (hypoventilation) to increase Pco2 levels.

Metabolic Compensation for Respiratory Disorders

  • Respiratory acidosis leads to increased HCO3- levels through buffering systems, primarily hemoglobin.
  • Renal excretion of hydrogen ions also helps increase HCO3-.
  • Respiratory alkalosis is compensated by the kidneys lowering hydrogen ion secretion in the initial 10 minutes.
  • In the following 2-6 hours, the kidneys will further compensate by lowering hydrogen ion secretion.

Interpretation of Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) Results

  • The first step in interpreting ABG results is assessing the pH level.
  • Next, examine bicarbonate and carbon dioxide levels to determine their ranges (normal or abnormal).
  • Evaluate if appropriate compensation is occurring by the body.
  • Finally, determine if the disturbance is alkalosis or acidosis.

Case Studies

Case 1

  • Newborn with respiratory distress
  • ABG results:
    • pH: 7.5 (high)
    • Pco2: 20 mmHg (low)
    • HCO3: 18 mEq/L (low)
  • Interpretation: Non-compensated respiratory alkalosis

Case 2

  • Child with repeated vomiting
  • ABG results:
    • pH: 7.49 (high)
    • Pco2: 45 mmHg (high)
    • HCO3: 35 mEq/L (high)
  • Interpretation: Partially compensated metabolic alkalosis

Case 3

  • Man with bronchial asthma
  • ABG results:
    • pH: 7.35 (normal)
    • Pco2: 65 mmHg (high)
    • HCO3: 28 mEq/L (normal)
  • Interpretation: Fully compensated respiratory acidosis

Case 4

  • Newborn with poor feeding and lethargy
  • ABG results:
    • pH: 7.2 (low)
    • Pco2: 20 mmHg (low)
    • HCO3: 15 mEq/L (low)
  • Interpretation: Partially compensated metabolic acidosis

Anion Gap

  • Anion gap is a calculation that helps differentiate between metabolic acidosis with an increased anion gap and metabolic acidosis with a normal anion gap.
  • The formula for anion gap is: Anion gap = Na - (HCO3 + Cl)
  • A normal anion gap is 12 +/- 4.
  • An increased anion gap is often associated with metabolic acidosis.

Examples of Increased Anion Gap Metabolic Acidosis

  • Renal failure
  • Diabetic ketoacidosis
  • Lactic acidosis
  • Organic acidemia

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Explore the key concepts of acid-base disturbances and their effects on the body's pH levels. This quiz covers the definitions of acidemia and alkalemia, the calculation of hydrogen ion concentration, and the types of disturbances: respiratory and metabolic. Test your understanding of how these imbalances occur and their implications.

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