How do the kidneys react to increased CO2 levels in the blood?
What will be an ideal response?
The kidneys convert carbonic acid into H+ and HCO3-. The H+ are removed via the urine, and the HCO3- is retained to neutralize any excess H+.
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a. Interossei b. Lumbricales c. Extensor digitorum d. Extensor carpi ulnaris
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The transcutaneous blood gas electrode should not be placed on the:
a. chest. b. abdomen. c. lower back. d. thigh.
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