Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning the compensatory mechanisms and treatment of metabolic acidosis?
A. Maximal renal compensation for metabolic acidosis occurs before full respiratory compensation can occur
B. All patients with lactic acidosis should receive prompt treatment with bicarbonate
C. Potassium replacement is essential even in the face of normal or high serum potassium when treating diabetic ketoacidosis
D. Sodium bicarbonate administration should begin simultaneous with volume resuscitation in patients with hypoxia secondary to shock
Answer:C
Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning the compensatory mechanisms and treatment of metabolic acidosis?
A. Maximal renal compensation for metabolic acidosis occurs before full respiratory compensation can occur B. All patients with lactic acidosis should receive prompt treatment with bicarbonate C. Potassium replacement is essential even in the face of normal or high serum potassium when treating diabetic ketoacidosis D. Sodium bicarbonate administration should begin simultaneous with volume resuscitation in patients with hypoxia secondary to shock