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ACID BASE BALANCE
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R O M E =
Respiratory Opposite - Metabolic Equal |
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Respiratory
Acidosis Symptoms |
Metabolic Acidosis
Symptoms |
| Rapid, shallow respirations |
Kussmaul respirations |
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Dyspnea |
Changes in LOC |
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Disorientation |
Disorientation |
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Muscle weakness |
Muscle twitching |
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Low pH
High CO2 |

Low PH Low
HCO3 |
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Respiratory
Alkalosis Symptoms |
Metabolic Alkalosis
Symptoms |
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Deep rapid
breathing |
Slow respirations |
| Seizures
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Restlessness |
| Confusion |
Diarrhea |
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Tingling of Extremities |
Nausea & Vomiting |
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Arrhythmias |
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High pH
Low CO2
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High PH High
HCO3 |
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