Asked by Elizabeth Lezama on Jun 12, 2024
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The nurse would not expect full compensation to occur for which acid-base imbalance?
A) Respiratory acidosis.
B) Respiratory alkalosis.
C) Metabolic acidosis.
D) Metabolic alkalosis.
Full Compensation
The financial reimbursement or payment made to cover all losses or damages incurred, restoring the affected party to their original state.
Acid-Base Imbalance
A condition in which there is an imbalance in the concentration of acids and bases in the blood, affecting the body's pH level.
Respiratory Alkalosis
A condition characterized by a decrease in carbon dioxide levels in the blood, leading to an increase in blood pH.
- Acknowledge the relationship involving acid-base regulation and disorders of respiratory or metabolic nature.
- Assess the applicability of distinct laboratory data in diagnosing discrepancies in fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base concentrations.
Verified Answer
RC
Rupinder cheemaJun 16, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Usually the cause of respiratory alkalosis is a temporary event (e.g. ,an asthma or anxiety attack).The kidneys take about 24 hours to compensate for an event,so it is unlikely that much if any compensation for respiratory alkalosis is observable.Respiratory acidosis usually results from longer term conditions such as chronic lung disease,narcotic overdose,or another event that causes respiratory depression.The kidneys do not respond for about the first 24 hours of the event.For both metabolic imbalances,the respiratory system is quick to attempt to compensate;however,it may have difficulty sustaining that compensation.
Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the relationship involving acid-base regulation and disorders of respiratory or metabolic nature.
- Assess the applicability of distinct laboratory data in diagnosing discrepancies in fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base concentrations.