When Dehydration Reduces the Compensation Possible for Acidosis Resulting from Prolonged

question 82

Multiple Choice

When dehydration reduces the compensation possible for acidosis resulting from prolonged diarrhea,what significant change in arterial blood gases indicates this?

• A)serum pH would rise above 7.45
• B)serum bicarbonate levels would increase,serum pH would remain in normal range
• C)serum bicarbonate levels would decrease,serum pH would drop below 7.35
• D)serum PCO₂would rise,serum pH would be around 7.4

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Definitions:

Semicircular Canals

Structures in the inner ear that are part of the vestibular system, helping to control balance and spatial orientation by detecting rotational movements.

Maculae

Specialized structures in the vestibular system of the inner ear, involved in sensing linear acceleration and gravity.

Static Equilibrium

The condition in which a physical system is at rest or its center of mass moves at a constant velocity, showing no net change in motion.

Otoliths

Small crystals in the inner ear that contribute to the sense of balance by responding to gravity and movement.