Which ketone body is primarily responsible for the metabolic acidosis seen in diabetic ketoacidosis?
ACarbonic acid
BBeta hydroxybutyric acid
CAcetoacetic acid
DLactic acid
A 55 year old male presents with tachypnea and mental confusion. Blood glucose 350 mg/dl, pH = 7.0. What is the most likely acid base disorder?
AMetabolic acidosis
BMetabolic alkalosis
CRespiratory alkalosis
DRespiratory acidosis
A 24 year old male presents with altered sensorium and rapid shallow breathing. ABG shows:pH 7.2, sodium 140, bicarbonate 10 and chloride 98. Probable diagnosis is -
AAmphetamine toxicity
BDKA
CRenal tubular acidosis
DEthylene glycol poisoning
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