What would tend to NOT be a homeostatic imbalance associated with chronic emesis (vomiting)? electrolyte imbalances metabolic acidosis dehydration metabolic alkalosis
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CASE STUDY: A Vomiting Mr. K.B. is age 81 and has had gastritis with severe vomiting for 3 days. He has a history of heart problems and is presently feeling dizzy and lethargic. His eyes appear sunken, his mouth is dry, he walks unsteadily, and he complains of muscle aching, particularly in the abdomen. He is thirsty but is unable to retain food or fluid. A neighbor has brought Mr. KB. to the hospital, where examination shows that his blood pressure is low, and his pulse and respirations are rapid. Laboratory tests demonstrate elevated hematocrit, hypernatremia, decreased serum bicarbonate, serum pH 7.35, and urine of high specific gravity (highly concentrated). This case study illustrates a combination of fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base imbalances. Specific laboratory values are not given so as to focus on the basic concepts. For clarity, this case study is discussed in three parts: the early stage, middle stage, and advanced stage of the imbalances. Further information about the specific problems involved is given in each part and is followed by a series of questions. Part A: Day 1 Initially, Mr. KB. lost water, sodium in the mucus content, and hydrogen and chloride ions in the hydrochloric acid portion of the gastric secretions. Alkalosis develops for two reasons: the first being the direct loss of hydrogen ions and the second being the effects of chloride ion loss. When chloride ion is lost in the gastric secretions, it is replaced by chloride from the serum (see Fig. 2-9) to maintain equal numbers of cations and anions in the serum. Chloride ion and bicarbonate ion can exchange places when needed. Therefore, more bicarbonate ions shift into the serum from storage sites in the erythrocytes to replace the lost chloride ions. More bicarbonate ions in the serum raise serum pH, and the result is "hypochloremic alkalosis." Which compartments are likely to be affected in this case by early fluid loss? Explain how the loss of sodium ions contributes to dehydration. Describe the early signs of dehydration in Mr. KB. What serum pH could be expected in Mr. KB after this early vomiting? Describe the compensations for the losses of fluid and electrolytes that should be occurring in Mr. K.B. Explain why Mr. K.B may not be able to compensate for losses as well as a younger adult. Part B: Days 2 to 3 As Mr. KB continues to vomit and is still unable to eat or drink any significant amounts, loss of the duodenal contents, which include intestinal, pancreatic, and biliary secretions, occurs. No digestion and absorption of any nutrients occur. Losses at this stage include water, sodium ions, potassium ions, and bicarbonate ions. Also, intake of glucose and other nutrients is minimal. Mr. KB shows elevated serum sodium levels. Explain why serum sodium levels appear to be high in this case. Explain how high serum sodium levels might affect the intracellular fluid. Using your knowledge of normal physiology, explain how continued fluid loss is likely to affect: blood volume, cell function, kidney function. Given Mr. KB's history, why might potassium imbalance have more serious effects on him? Part C: Day 3: Admission to the Hospital After a prolonged period of vomiting, metabolic acidosis develops. This change results from a number of factors: loss of bicarbonate ions in duodenal secretions, lack of nutrients leading to catabolism of stored fats and protein with the production of excessive amounts of ketoacids, dehydration and decreased blood volume leading to decreased excretion of acids by the kidney, decreased blood volume leading to decreased tissue perfusion, less oxygen to cells, and increased anaerobic metabolism with increased lactic acid, increased muscle activity and stress leading to increased metabolic acid production.
Josee P.
Kathy came to the emergency room with nausea & dizziness. A stat blood test reveals elevated level of bicarbonate in her blood. This suggests she is probably suffering from: a) acidosis b) metabolic alkalosis c) hypoventilation d) hyperventilation e) pregnancy
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