Exam (elaborations)
PRN 1178 / PRN1178 Exam 2: Client-Centered Care II Exam 2 Study Guide (2023/2024) Rasmussen
- Institution
- Rasmussen College
PRN1178 Client-Centered Care II Exam 2 Study Guide
[Show more]
Content preview
PRN 1178 CCC2 Exam 21.What is Acid-Base balance?
The maintenance of hydrogen ion concentration in the blood and tissue fluids so that body can function properly. Necessary for homeostasis.
2.Normal pH range? What is considered Acidic? What is considered alkalotic?
7.35-7.45
(Below 7.35 = Acidity)
(Above 7.45= Alkaline)
3.What body systems regulate acid-base balance?
Buffers, Kidneys, and Lungs
4.Respiratory Acidosis Common Causes?
Acute Airway Obstruction, COPD, Asthma, Pulmonary Edema, Opiate Overdose, Pneumonia, Atelectasis
5.How might a patient present with respiratory acidosis?
Hypoventilation/hypoxia, Rapid Shallow Respirations, Decreased BP with vasodilation, Dyspnea, Headache, Hyperkalemia, Dysrhythmias, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Disorientation,
Muscle Weakness, Hyperreflexia,
6.Prevention Strategies Acid-Base Imbalances?
Healthy diet, exercise, limit alcohol consumption, Drink 6-8 cups of water per day, maintain healthy weight, refrain from smoking, manage stress
7.Common Causes of Respiratory Alkalosis
Hyperventilation (anxiety, fear), Mechanical Ventilation, High Fever/Sepsis, Prolonged Suctioning, Pain, Alcohol Withdrawal. 8.Common Causes of Metabolic Acidosis
Diarrhea, Renal Failure, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Hyperkalemia, Alcoholism
9.Compensating Mechanisms for Metabolic Acidosis
Kussmaul Respirations
10.Common Causes of Metabolic Alkalosis
Vomiting, Excessive Gastric Suctioning, Hypokalemia, Excess use of Antacids, Steroid Therapy, Potent Diuretic Use
11.What are ABG's?
Arterial Blood Gases
pH 7.35-7.45 <7.34 acid >7.45 base
PaCO2 35-45mmHg >45 acid <35 base
HCO3 22-26mEq/L <22 acid >26 base
O2 sat
PaO2
12.pH normal range
7.35-7.45 Below 7.35 means
13.PaCO2 normal range. What do imbalances mean?
35-45 mm Hg. Below 35 means alkalotic, above 45 means acidosis.
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller Exemplaryp. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $10.99. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
Can Stuvia be trusted?
4.6 stars on Google & Trustpilot (+1000 reviews)
78252 documents were sold in the last 30 days
Founded in 2010, the go-to place to buy study notes for 14 years now
