Maintaining the Carbon Dioxide Constant While Increasing Plasma Bicarbonate Concentration

question 76

Short Answer

Maintaining the carbon dioxide constant while increasing plasma bicarbonate concentration is the way the body compensates for _______________ (respiratory or metabolic?) _____________ (acidosis or alkalosis?).

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Definitions:

Gastrocnemius

A large muscle located in the back part of the lower leg, forming part of the calf and responsible for flexing the foot and bending the knee.

Orbicularis Oculi

A circular muscle around the eye socket that allows for the closing of the eyes.

Gluteus Maximus

The largest and most superficial of the three gluteal muscles, significantly involved in the movement and stability of the hip and thigh.

Posterior Thigh

The posterior thigh refers to the back part of the thigh, encompassing the muscles, nerves, and tissues located behind the femur, primarily involved in the extension and rotation of the leg.