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Case Study

LD is a 56 yo M admitted 2° c/o shortness of breath and difficulty breathing and is diagnosed with pneumonia. He has a history of CHF, osteoarthritis, HTN, gout, and coronary artery disease.

Ht 5’9 ½” Wt 220#

LABS: Na 133 ABGs: ph 7.49 (7.35-7.45)

CL 103 pCO₂ 30 (35-45)

BUN 25 pO₂ 96 (80-100)

Glu 207 HCO₃ 29 (21-28)

K 4.1

CO₂ 34

Cr 1.7

ALB 3.2

CHOL 320

-What compensatory disorder could he develop?

Definitions:

nPow

A concept in psychology that refers to the need for power, or an individual's desire to influence, control, or have an impact on others.

nAch

Refers to the neurotransmitter acetylcholine's role in cognitive function and muscular activation; also a short form for the need for achievement.

Little Education

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Need for Achievement

A psychological drive that compels an individual to pursue and attain goals.

LD is a 56 yo M admitted 2° c/o shortness of breath and difficulty breathing and is diagnosed with pneumonia. He has a history of CHF, osteoarthritis, HTN, gout, and coronary artery disease.
Ht 5’9 ½” Wt 220#
LABS:	Na	133	ABGs:	ph	7.49	(7.35-7.45)
	CL	103		pCO₂	30	(35-45)
	BUN	25		pO₂	96	(80-100)
	Glu	207		HCO₃	29	(21-28)
	K	4.1
	CO₂	34
	Cr	1.7
	ALB	3.2
	CHOL	320