Metabolic Acidosis

METABOLIC ACIDOSIS

    • Headache

    • Decreased BP

    • Hyperkalemia

    • Muscle Twitching

    • Warm, Flushed Skin

    • Nausea, Vomiting Diarrhea 



metabolic acidosis
    • Changes in LOC
      (Confusion, drowsiness)

    • Kussmaul Respirations
      (Compensatory.
      Hyperventilation)

    • Causes:
      DKA
      Severe Diarrhea
      Renal Failure
      Shock