In metabolic alkalosis, there is which of the following?
In metabolic alkalosis, there may be a loss of fixed acids or excess of base. It is associated with hypokalemia because of renal conservation of H+ ions and urinary potassium loss. Loss of hydrochloric acid as seen in vomiting in patients with pyloric obstruction results in hypochloremic, hypokalemic, metabolic alkalosis.
Gain in fixed acid
Loss of base
Hyperkalemia
Rise in base excess
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