Indicate Compensatory Mechanisms Associated with Each Type of Acid-Base Imbalance

question 125

Multiple Choice

Indicate compensatory mechanisms associated with each type of acid-base imbalance by writing the appropriate letter in the blank.
-respiratory system hyperventilates, kidney conserves bicarbonate

• A)respiratory acidosis
• B)respiratory alkalosis
• C)metabolic acidosis
• D)metabolic alkalosis

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Definitions:

Endotracheal Intubation

A medical procedure involving the insertion of a tube through the mouth or nose into the trachea to maintain an open airway, typically during surgery or severe respiratory distress.

Respiratory Resuscitation

A medical procedure involving the restoration of breathing to someone who is suffering from respiratory arrest.

Nursing Intervention

Actions undertaken by a nurse to improve or maintain a patient's health condition as part of the care plan.

Dying Process

The sequence of physical, psychological, and social changes that occur as a person approaches the end of life.