Exam 1: NSG3850 / NSG 3850
(Latest Update 2025 / 2026) Pathophysiology for Nurses II | Questions and Answers | Grade A | 100% Correct - Galen
Question:
Causes of metabolic acidosis
Answer:
DKA Kidney failure Aspirin OD High intensity exercise
Question:
How does vigorous exercise cause metabolic acidosis and hyperkalemia
Answer:
Lactic acid Cells die due to anoxia, release their potassium, and cause high potassium in the blood 1 / 3
Question:
Main concerning common symptom of acidosis and hyperkalemia
Answer:
Cardiac Dysrhythmias
Question:
Causes of respiratory acidosis
Answer:
COPD asthma Drug OD Pneumothorax Pneumonia
Question:
Respiratory acidosis diagnosis
Answer:
pH < 7.35 PaCO2 > 45
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Question:
How do kidneys compensate in respiratory acidosis
Answer:
Excrete hydrogen ions
Question:
Causes of metabolic alkalosis
Answer:
NG suctioning, vomiting, diuretics, steroids, excessive intake of antacids
Question:
Causes of respiratory alkalosis
Answer:
hyperventilation (anxiety attack) Alcohol withdrawal (overstimulated brain)
Question:
Causes of hypercalcemia
Answer:
Thiazides (calcium soaring diuretic, hydrochlorothiazide)
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