A Patient Who Has Been Both Vomiting and Having Diarrhea

question 50

Multiple Choice

A patient who has been both vomiting and having diarrhea is losing all of the following except ________from his body.

• A) water
• B) sodium
• C) bicarbonate ion
• D) hydrogen ion
• E) protein

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Definitions:

Arterial Insufficiency

A condition resulting from the inadequate flow of blood through the arteries, often leading to tissue damage due to lack of oxygen and nutrients.

Venous Insufficiency

A condition where the veins have problems sending blood from the limbs back to the heart, often leading to swelling and varicose veins.

Hyperthyroidism

A medical condition characterized by excessive production of thyroid hormones, leading to a hyperactive metabolism.

Well-Baby Checkup

Routine medical visits for infants to monitor growth and development, screen for diseases, and administer vaccinations.