Question

question 13 (2 points)
which condition causes pseudohypocalcemia?
hyperkalemia
hyponatremia
hypophosphatemia
hypoalbuminemia
question 14 (2 points)
a comatose clients blood ph is 7.1, partial pressure of carbon dioxide is 16 mm hg, and bicarbonate concentration is 5 meq/l. which acid - base imbalance has the client developed?
metabolic acidosis
metabolic alkalosis
respiratory acidosis
none of the above
question 15 (2 points)
at what age does the peak function of the kidneys occur in a healthy adult?
20 years
25 years
30 years
35 years

Explanation:

• Question 13: Pseudo - hypocalcemia is caused by hypoalbuminemia. Albumin is a protein that binds to calcium in the blood. Low albumin levels can lead to a falsely low measured calcium level.
• Question 14: A blood pH of 7.1 (acidic), low bicarbonate concentration (5 mEq/L) and low partial pressure of carbon dioxide (16 mm Hg) indicate metabolic acidosis. The body is trying to compensate by hyperventilating and reducing the CO2 level.
• Question 15: The peak function of the kidneys in a healthy adult occurs at 30 years of age. After this age, there is a gradual decline in kidney function.

Answer:

Question 13: Hypoalbuminemia
Question 14: Metabolic acidosis
Question 15: 30 years