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Diagnosis: Respiratory Acidosis (Manifestations (Neural Function…
Diagnosis: Respiratory Acidosis
Kidney's Role
Implications for the Nurse
Nursing Interventions
Directed toward improving ventilation
Mechanical ventilation may be necessary
Diagnostic tests
Manifestations
Blood pH, Co2, HCO3-
pH decreased
PCO2 (primary) increased
HCO3- (compensatory) increased
Neural Function
Dilation of cerebral vessels and depression of neural function
Headache
Weakness
Behaviour changes
Confusion
Depression
Paranoia
Hallucinations
Tremors
Paralysis
Stupor and coma
Skin
Warm and flushed
Signs of compensation
Acid urine
Causes
Depression of Respiratory Center
Drug overdose
Head Injury
Lung Disease
Bronchial asthma
Emphysema
Chronic bronchitis
Pneumonia
Pulmonary Edema
Respiratory distress syndrome
Airway Obstruction, Disorders of Chest Wall and Respiratory Muscles
Paralysis of respiratory muscles
Chest injuries
Kyphoscoliosis
Extreme obesity
Treatment with paralytic drugs
Breathing Air with High CO2 Content