Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 6e
Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 6e
6th Edition
ISBN: 9780323414425
Author: Robert J Hubert BS
Publisher: Saunders
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Chapter 2, Problem 2.25CTA
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To explain: The reason why decreased kidney function can be very dangerous to elderly person with respiratory acidosis due to chronic respiratory congestion.

Concept introduction: Respiratory acidosis develops when there is an increase in the concentration of carbonic acid (carbon dioxide levels) due to respiratory distress. Kidney function decreases due to a change in serum pH or hypovolemia. Metabolic acidosis develops when the bicarbonate ions decreases in the system as a result of renal or metabolic abnormalities.

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