Respiratory Acidosis vs Respiratory Alkalosis Manifestations V2
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Which condition is characterized by headache, lethargy, warm flushed skin, and hyperkalemia?

  • Metabolic Acidosis (correct)
  • Respiratory Acidosis
  • Tachycardia
  • Respiratory Alkalosis
  • What is a possible cause of Tachycardia according to the text?

  • Mechanical ventilation
  • Seizures
  • Pneumonia (correct)
  • Diabetic ketoacidosis
  • Which manifestation is NOT associated with Respiratory Alkalosis?

  • Seizures and coma
  • Confusion and dizziness
  • Warm peripheries and vasodilation (correct)
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • What can lead to the loss of metabolic acids according to the text?

    <p>Severe diarrhoea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario can contribute to the gain of metabolic acids?

    <p>Drug overdose (e.g., salicylates)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What symptom is NOT typically associated with Respiratory Acidosis?

    <p>Paresthesia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is typically seen in metabolic alkalosis?

    <p>Hyperactive reflexes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition commonly presents with morning headache and daytime somnolence?

    <p>Compensated respiratory acidosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to PaCO2 over several years in compensated respiratory acidosis?

    <p>Rises slowly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs when the lungs or kidneys compensate for a primary problem?

    <p>Partial compensation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is characteristic of metabolic alkalosis?

    <p>Increased bicarbonate reabsorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

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