Assignment: Explain how acid-base physiology leads to the regulation of fluid balance and extra cellular pH

Select one of the following discussion questions for your discussion response. Indicate which question you have chosen using the format displayed in the Discussion Forum Sample.

Explain how acid-base physiology leads to the regulation of fluid balance and extra cellular pH.

What is the equation for the carbonic acid/bicarbonate buffering system? How do actions at the lungs and kidneys affect this equation and thus compensate for alterations in plasma pH levels?

How can an aspirin overdose cause a respiratory alkalosis and a metabolic acidosis? Be sure to thoroughly explain the pathophysiological mechanisms involved.

Based on your clinical experiences, what is the most commonly dangerous electrolyte imbalance and why? Explain the pathophysiology of the imbalance.

How do changes in plasma osmolality affect the physiology of erythrocytes?

Based on your clinical experiences, what is the most commonly dangerous electrolyte imbalance and why? Explain the pathophysiology of the imbalance.

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Solution also available for: Topic 3 DQ 2

Select one of the articles listed below. Indicate which article you have chosen and craft a scholarly summary highlighting key points and takeaways. Your summary should be between 150-250 words.

“Fluid Balance and Sodium Losses During Indoor Tennis Match Play,” by Lott and Galloway, from International Journal of Sport Nutrition & Exercise Metabolism (2011). https://lopes.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=s3h&AN=69665497&site=eds-live&scope=site

“Hepatic Encephalopathy Complicated With Hyponatremia and Acid-Base Disturbance and Its Prognosis,” by Chengshan et al., from Journal of Medical Colleges of PLA (2012). https://lopes.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=edselp&AN=S1000194812600161&site=eds-live&scope=site

“Measuring and Managing Fluid Balance,” by Shepherd, from Nursing Times (2011). http://search.proquest.com/docview/1038833471?accountid=7374

Article chosen to summarize

“Measuring and Managing Fluid Balance,” by Shepherd, from Nursing Times (2011). http://search.proquest.com/docview/1038833471?accountid=7374