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MedSurg
Acid-Base
6
Other
Not Applicable
09/12/2005
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For the buffer system to work, what must be functioning?
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Kidneys
Term
Acidosis level that is fatal
 Definition
6.8 or lower
Term
alkalosis level that is fatal
 Definition
7.8 or higher
Term
The repiratory balance is regulated by what?
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Carbonic Acid
Term
The Metabolic balance is regulated by what?
 Definition
bicarbonate
Term
What are three things that lead to respiratory acidosis?
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1. COPD
2. Sedative OD
3. Atelectasis
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