Which of the following is most likely to develop in a patient who hypoventilates because of a chronic respiratory disease,such as emphysema?
A) Kussmaul respirations
B) A decrease in the plasma concentration of hydrogen ion
C) An increase in plasma pH
D) Acidosis
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Q32: Which ion determines the resting membrane potential
Q33: Which hormone stimulates the kidneys to reabsorb
Q34: Which group is incorrect?
A)Cations: sodium,potassium,calcium
B)Acid-base imbalances: acidosis,alkalosis
C)Lines
Q35: Which hormone causes the kidneys to retain
Q36: Which of the following is characteristic of
Q38: Which ion determines pH?
A)Sodium
B)Hydrogen
C)Bicarbonate
D)Potassium
Q39: More than 99% of which cation is
Q40: Hyperkalemia refers to an increase in the
Q41: Which group is incorrect?
A)Ions: sodium,potassium,calcium,bicarbonate,chloride
B)Lines of defense
Q42: Hypocalcemia is most likely to
A)cause blood volume
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