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zRespiratory:
{breathing is inadequate and carbon dioxide
accumulates
{Ï PCO2 contributes to an acid pH
zMetabolic:
{normal metabolism is impaired - acid forms
{if severe, the patient may be in shock
Physiology
zTreatable volume
zExtracellular fluid is 20% of the body
weight
zProvides:
{Nutrition
{Oxygenation
{Waste removal
{Temperature
{Alkalinity
Acid-Base Disturbances
z Ï respiratory zPulmonary
exchange disorders
z CNS disturbances {Embolism
z Psychogenic (anxiety) {Edema
z Pregnancy {Asthma
z Hypoxia {Pneumonia
z Drug toxicity /
overdose
Respiratory Alkalosis: Compensation