Identify/define and Explain the Significance of the Following: Ruth

question 70

Short Answer

Identify/define and explain the significance of the following: Ruth.

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Definitions:

Respiratory Alkalosis

A condition where there is too much alkaline (bicarbonate) in the body due to excessive breathing, leading to a decrease in carbon dioxide levels.

Blood Gas

A test that measures the amounts of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood, often used to assess lung function and how well the lungs are able to move oxygen into the blood and remove carbon dioxide.

Positive Chvostek Sign

A clinical sign indicating neuromuscular excitability due to hypocalcemia where tapping facial nerves trigger twitching.

Chronic Alcohol Abuse

The prolonged and excessive consumption of alcohol, leading to significant impairment or distress, and often resulting in health and social problems.