Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology, Books a la Carte Edition (10th Edition)
Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology, Books a la Carte Edition (10th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780321928610
Author: Frederic H. Martini, Judi L. Nath, Edwin F. Bartholomew
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 27, Problem 16CP
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To determine:

The reason that prolonged vomiting can cause metabolic alkalosis.

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Vomiting is a forceful act in which the contents of the stomach are expelled out of the body through mouth. It is also called emesis. Metabolic alkalosis is the increase in pH of the blood.

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