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What is anion gap equation?
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Na-Cl-HCO3
Normal anion gap is 8-12 |
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What causes an increased anion gap metabolic acidosis?
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MUDPILES
Methanol, uremia, DKA, propylene glycol, INH or IRON TABLETS, Lactic acidosis, ethyelene glycol, Salicylates (LATE) |
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What causes a normal anion gap metabolic acidosis?
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HARDASS
Hyperalimentation, Addison Disease, Renal Tubular Acidosis, Diarrhea, Acetazolamide, Spironolactone, Saline infusion |
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What causes respiratory alkalosis?
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Hyperventilation
*salicylates (early), tumor, pulmonary embolism, hypoxemia (high altitude) |
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What causes metabolic alkalosis?
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Loop diuretics, Vomiting, Antacid use, Hyperaldosteronism
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