Exam Questions And Verified Answers (100% Correct
Answers) Graded A+ | Newest Exam | Just Released!!
Why are newborns at risk for gas exchange deficiencies -
ANSWER-Reduced
lung capacity and increased lung
compliance
What is Kussmaul breathing? - ANSWER-rapid, deep,
labored breathing
*due to metabolic
acidosis*
What does diarrhea cause? Matabolic alkalosis or
acidosis? - ANSWER-
Metabolic
acidosis
,Which sphincter can be the cause behind urinary stress
incontinence? -
ANSWER-Weakened External
Sphincter
What is Guillain-Barre syndrome?(respiratory acidosis) -
ANSWER-An autoimmune disease in which the peripheral
nerves become inflammed. Results in numbness and paralysis
in the legs, upper body, and face. Level of independence
depends on extent of paralysis.
What are the lab values of respiratory Acidosis? -
ANSWER-low pH
increased
PCO2
increased HCO3-
compensation
What are the lab values of respiratory alkalosis? -
ANSWER-high pH
dec
PCO2
dec HCO3 –
compensation
,What are the lab values of metabolic acidosis? -
ANSWER-low pH
low
HCO3
low PCO2 -
compensation
What are the lab values of metabolic alkalosis? -
ANSWER-high pH
high
HCO3
high PCO2 -
compensation
What is polydipsia? - ANSWER-excessive thirst
What is polyphagia? - ANSWER-excessive hunger
What is insensible water loss? - ANSWER-Loss of water from
the body that is
not noticeable or
measurable
What is dehydration? - ANSWER-A serious reduction in
the body's water
, content
Groups at risk for electrolyte imbalance - ANSWER-elderly,
excessive exercise,
diabetics, dehydrated
people
What is sodium? - ANSWER-Electrolyte needed for nerve
impulse transmission
and acid/base balance. Promotes water
retention
Why are children at risk for gas exchange impairment -
ANSWER-Decreased
alveolar surface and increased exposure to
respiratory pathogens
Why are older adults at risk for gas exchange impairment -
ANSWER-Chest
wall increase in
stiffness
Loss of elastic
recoil