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Acid-Base Disorder Classification
- Acid-base disorders involve acid generation, buffering, and pH regulation (7.35-7.45).
- Disorders are classified as respiratory/metabolic and acidosis/alkalosis, with mixed presentations possible.
GOLD MARK Mnemonic
- Use the GOLD MARK mnemonic for anion gap acidosis.
- This helps recall causes like glycols, oxaproline, lactate, D-lactate, methanol, aspirin, renal failure, ketoacidosis.
Five-Step Approach to Acid-Base Disorders
- Use a five-step approach to analyze acid-base disorders.
- Consider pH, primary disturbance (respiratory or metabolic), anion gap, expected compensation, and delta delta.