Demonstrate the acid-base principles that affect all physiologic systems and how buffering systems regulate this balance)
Apply the information from Module 2- Water, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance.
Your patient presents with the following lab values:
pH 7.28
HCO3 20mEq/L
K+ 5.7
Vital signs are as follows:
Temperature: 99.0 F
Pulse: 100
Respirations: 25
Blood pressure: 90/50mmHg
Based on what we have learned so far, what condition do you think this patient presents with? Discuss potential causes for this condition.