Respiratory Acidosis Quiz

What lab values are associated with respiratory acidosis?

• Decreased CO2 / Increased pH

• Increased CO2 / Decreased pH

• Increased CO2 / Increased pH

• Decreased CO2 / Decreased pH

Which of the following is a cause of respiratory acidosis?

• Hyperventilation

• Retaining CO2 from decreased respiratory rate

• Increased oxygen intake

• Excessive exercise

Which of the following is a symptom of respiratory acidosis?

• Increased energy

• Muscle weakness

• Hyperactivity

• Increased appetite

Why can the symptoms of respiratory acidosis be confusing?

• They are unique to respiratory acidosis

• They are also symptoms of hypoxia

• They are only present in the morning

• They are unrelated to respiratory issues

What lab values are associated with respiratory alkalosis?

• Increased CO2 / Decreased pH

• Decreased CO2 / Increased pH

• Increased CO2 / Increased pH

• Decreased CO2 / Decreased pH

What is a common cause of respiratory alkalosis?

• Hypoventilation

• Hyperventilation

• High altitude

• Excessive exercise

Which of the following is a symptom of respiratory alkalosis?

• Bradycardia

• Lethargy

• Hyperkalemia

• Constipation

Why can respiratory alkalosis be confusing to diagnose?

• It has no symptoms

• Its symptoms are similar to respiratory acidosis

• It only occurs at night

• It is always caused by infection

What lab values are typically decreased in metabolic acidosis?

• Increased HCO3 / Increased pH

• Decreased HCO3 / Decreased pH

• Increased HCO3 / Decreased pH

• Decreased HCO3 / Increased pH

Which of the following is a common cause of metabolic acidosis?

• Hypertension

• Diabetes

• Hyperthyroidism

• Asthma