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    Pathophysiology Proctored Exam - Western Governors University

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    What happens to the various anion levels in the bloodstream during diabetic ketoacidosis?
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    A. Both decrease: While bicarbonate decreases, the anion gap specifically increases due to the accumulation of ketoacids. B. Both increase: Bicarbonate is consumed to buffer the acid, so its levels must drop. C. Anion gap decreases, HCO3 increases: This describes a state of alkalosis or recovery, the opposite of DKA. D. Anion gap increases, HCO3 decreases: In DKA, acidic ketone bodies (anions) accumulate. This widens the "gap" between measured cations and anions. Bicarbonate (HCO3-) is used up trying to neutralize these acids, leading to low levels.
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