A Diabetic,who Does Not Utilize Insulin Properly,will Metabolize Fats Instead

question 25

Multiple Choice

A diabetic,who does not utilize insulin properly,will metabolize fats instead of glucose.A condition called diabetic ketoacidosis is a common result of excessive fat metabolism,causing blood pH values of 7.1 or less (normal range = 7.35-7.45) .What has happened to the blood pH and why?

• A)The pH is below normal (acidic)because the buffering capacity was exceeded.
• B)The pH is above normal (basic)because the ketones are too basic.
• C)The pH is not affected because the blood buffers can absorb the excess H+.
• D)The pH is below normal because buffers can donate OH+.

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