Asked by
Julia Torrisi
on Oct 17, 2024
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Prolonged vomiting of stomach contents will result in ________.
A) metabolic acidosis
B) metabolic alkalosis
C) respiratory acidosis
D) respiratory alkalosis
E) None of the choices are correct.
Prolonged Vomiting
A condition of continuous or recurrent emesis over an extended period, which may lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalances.
Stomach Contents
The mixture of ingested food, digestive enzymes, and acids found within the stomach.
- Become familiar with the mechanisms governing acid-base homeostasis in the human anatomy.
- Recognize the biological reasons and outcomes of acidosis and alkalosis.
- Comprehend the involvement of assorted systems and mechanisms in preserving pH stability.
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Learning Objectives
- Become familiar with the mechanisms governing acid-base homeostasis in the human anatomy.
- Recognize the biological reasons and outcomes of acidosis and alkalosis.
- Comprehend the involvement of assorted systems and mechanisms in preserving pH stability.