A&P 2: A pregnant patient who has been experiencing repeated vomiting episodes is admitted to the hospital by her obstetrician. After a series of tests determines that she is suffering from metabolic alkalosis, the physician orders intravenous administration of normal saline. How will this help the patient?

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A pregnant patient who has been experiencing repeated vomiting episodes is admitted to the hospital by her obstetrician. After a series of tests determines that she is suffering from metabolic alkalosis, the physician orders intravenous administration of normal saline. How will this help the patient?

Krystal Pickard · Accepted Answer

The chloride ions of the solution will replace bicarbonate ions and relieve the bicarbonate excess responsible for her condition.

A&P 2

The chloride ions of the solution will replace bicarbonate ions and relieve the bicarbonate excess responsible for her condition.

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