Question

A client has been diagnosed with an intestinal obstruction and has a nasogastric tube set to low continuous suction. Which acid-base disturbance is this client at risk for developing?

Answer 1

Metabolic alkalosis

Step-by-step explanation:

Metabolic alkalosis

Metabolic alkalosis is a physiological disorder that elevates the pH of the tissues beyond the healthy range (7.35–7.45). This would be the outcome of lower quantities of hydrogen ions, resulting in increased bicarbonate, or perhaps a logical consequence of reduced concentrations of bicarbonate. This leads to intestinal obstruction and has a nasogastric tube set to low continuous suction.