GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

CHEMISTRY

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Mrs. Roberts, who is in a diabetic coma has been admitted to Noble Hospital. Her blood pH indicates that she is in severe acidosis, and the medical staff quickly institute measure to bring her blood pH back within normal limits. Note the normal pH of blood, and discuss why severe acidosis is a problem.
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Either A or B
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None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -While definitions vary, mild DKA can be categorized by a pH level of 7.25-7.3 and a serum bicarbonate level between 15-18 mEq/L; moderate DKA can be categorized by a pH between 7.0-7.24 and a serum bicarbonate level of 10 to less than 15 mEq/L; and severe DKA has a pH less than 7.0 and bicarbonate less than 10 mEq/L.

Detailed explanation-2: -If you go into a diabetic coma, you’re alive-but you can’t wake up or respond purposefully to sights, sounds or other types of stimulation. If it’s not treated, a diabetic coma can result in death.

Detailed explanation-3: -First aid for diabetic coma Call triple zero (000) for an ambulance immediately. Don’t try to give them anything to eat or drink, as they may choke. Turn them onto their side to prevent obstruction to breathing. Follow any instructions given to you by the operator until the ambulance officers arrive.

Detailed explanation-4: -Diabetic acidosis (also called diabetic ketoacidosis and DKA) develops when substances called ketone bodies (which are acidic) build up during uncontrolled diabetes (usually type 1 diabetes).

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