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Respiratory acidosis mechanisms and compensation — Flashcards

Respiratory acidosis mechanisms and compensation — Flashcards

Respiratory acidosis mechanisms and compensation — Flashcards
#1

What acid-base disturbance is associated with hyperkalemia? _____

#2

Respiratory compensation in response to metabolic acidosis or alkalosis is _____ (timing)

#3

Hyperventilation as a respiratory compensation for metabolic acidosis is known as _____ breathing

#4

Renal compensation of respiratory alkalosis includes _____ reabsorption of "new" HCO3-

#5

Acid-base disturbances may affect serum K+ levels via altering activity and directionality of the _____ exchanger

#6

In _____ cells (in plasma), CO2 is combined with H2O via the enzyme carbonic anhydrase, forming H2CO3

#7

What acid-base disturbance is associated with hypokalemia? _____

#8

The delta cells of the islets of Langerhans compose 10% of the islet and secrete _____

#9

The osmotic diuresis in diabetic ketoacidosis may lead to fatal arrhythmias by causing _____ depletion

#10

Ischemia can occur due to _____ (ex. shock)

Respiratory acidosis mechanisms and compensation Flashcards for USMLE

Study 10 flashcards on Respiratory acidosis mechanisms and compensation for USMLE Physiology. These active recall cards cover the key concepts, clinical associations, and high-yield facts from this chapter of Acid-base balance. Each card is designed to test your understanding rather than just recognition, building stronger and more durable memories for exam day.

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