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Ysabelle Abergas
on Oct 17, 2024
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Robert has an enteropathogenic E. coli infection resulting in severe diarrhea for 2 days. This could produce which of the following:
(1) Acidosis
(2) Alkalosis
(3) Increased respiration
(4) Decreased respiration
(5) Increased ADH secretion
(6) Increased renin secretion
(7) Increased urine concentration
A) 1, 3, 5, 6, 7
B) 2, 4, 5, 6, 7
C) 1, 3, 6
D) 2, 4, 5, 7
E) 1, 4, 5, 7
Enteropathogenic E. Coli
A type of Escherichia coli bacteria that causes diarrhea by colonizing the intestinal mucosa, mainly affecting infants and young children.
Diarrhea
The condition of having frequent and liquid bowel movements, which can lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance.
ADH Secretion
The method through which the pituitary gland secretes the hormone known as antidiuretic hormone (ADH) or vasopressin to maintain the body's water equilibrium.
- Achieve an understanding of the acid-base balance principles in human physiology.
- Understand the physiological factors and results of acidosis and alkalosis.
- Understand how hormones regulate electrolyte balance.
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Learning Objectives
- Achieve an understanding of the acid-base balance principles in human physiology.
- Understand the physiological factors and results of acidosis and alkalosis.
- Understand how hormones regulate electrolyte balance.