Respiratory Alkalosis


Respiratory Alkalosis:

Risk Factors:
  • Hyperventilation
  • Hypoxemia
  • Altitude sickness
  • Asphyxiation
  • Asthma
  • Pneumonia
Manifestations:
  • pH > 7.45
  • PCO2 < 35 mmHg
  • Tachypnea
  • Anxiety, tetany
  • Paresthesias
  • Palpitations
  • Chest pain
Interventions:
  • Regulate oxygen therapy
  • Reduce anxiety
  • Rebreathing techniques