To determine: The impact of an increased residual volume on blood gases in advanced emphysema.
Introduction: The progressive lung disease that initially causes the shortness of breath due to the alveolar over-inflation is known as the emphysema. The vital change in the emphysema is the destruction of pulmonary alveolar walls and septae. This leads to the large permanently inflated alveolar air spaces.
To determine: The way in which acidosis in advanced emphysema affects blood pH.
Introduction: The abnormalities present in between acidity and alkalinity is known as acid-base balance. Acid-base balance is the homeostatic maintenance of the extracellular fluid’s pH. The two common abnormalities of acid-base balance include acidosis and alkalosis.
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