Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780134605197
Author: Dee Unglaub Silverthorn
Publisher: PEARSON
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To determine: Whether the blood of an individual will be acidotic or alkalotic if he had a severe bout of diarrhea and is now dehydrated.

Introduction: Diarrhea is a pathological condition in which the water absorption mechanism of the bodyis disrupted. The intestinal secretion of fluid is not balanced by absorption and results in the watery stool.

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To determine: The reason for blood to become acidic.

Introduction: Acidosis is the condition when the body’s pH is not balanced and the pH of the blood is lower than normal. This condition occurs because the kidney, and the lungs are not able to maintain the balance.

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