| Literature DB >> 10776193 |
Abstract
The role of chloride in acid-base balance is described. Chloride is defined, and its functions, regulation, and normal values are discussed. Chloride shift is explained. Hypochloremia and hyperchloremia and their implications in acid-base balance are discussed, including etiology, assessment, types of metabolic acidosis, treatment, and nursing considerations.Entities:
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Year: 1999 PMID: 10776193
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Intraven Nurs ISSN: 0896-5846