Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach with Mastering A&P
- Author: Silverthorn, D.
- Publisher: Pearson
- Edition: 8th (2019)
Human Physiology
Human Physiology
Her recent laboratory results are as follows:| CBC | |
| Sodium | 126 mEq/L |
| Glucose | 220 mmol/L |
| Calcium | 7.1 mg/dl |
| Red blood cell count | 3.9 cells / ul |
| Vitals | |
| Blood pressure | 92/64 mmHg |
| Blood Gases | |
| pH | 7.28 |
| CO2 | 30 mmHg |
| HCO3 | 12 mmol/L |
| Hormone Panel | |
| Renin | Low |
| ADH | Elevated |
| Aldosterone | Low |
| Vitamins | |
| Vit D | low |
| Vit K | low |
| Vit E | low |
| Vit A | low |
| Urine and Stool Sample | |
| Stool color | Gray |
| Stool content | Increased fat content |
| Urine color | White |
Human Physiology:
Address each of the following regarding Sarah’s case:- Explain the cause for her low calcium and sodium levels.
- Explain the cause of her anemia. What laboratory test should indicate she is suffering from anemia?
- Explain the cause of her hypotension. How will her body attempt to establish homeostasis?
- What type of acid-base disorder has she developed, and how will her body compensate?
- Explain the cause of her elevated ADH and glucose levels.
- What is the correlation between her illnesses and the low vitamins (D, K, E, and A), renin, and aldosterone levels?
- Which hormone would the body elevate in response to her low calcium levels? Why?
- Explain the physiological reason behind her physical findings (yellowish hint of the skin, sclera, multiple bruises, weakness, and edema).
- Explain the cause of her abnormal stool and urine sample.
- What cell does Glisten work on? Explain how this medication is able to stimulate insulin secretion.
- Support your opinions with evidence from your readings and research.
- You must reference a minimum of three (3) scholarly sources in your paper, which includes one non-Internet source.
- Use current APA format to style your paper and to cite your sources.
- Your paper/total responses must be 3–4 pages in length not including the title page, abstract, and reference pages.