Question

A patient with abdominal distention experiences reflux vomiting, which can lead to which acid- base disturbances?

Answer 1

metabolic alkalosis

Reflux vomiting results in the loss of hydrogen ions and potassium from the stomach, leading to reduction of the serum electrolytes chloride and potassium in the blood and causing metabolic alkalosis.

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