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Respiratory alkalosis results from excessive ventilation (hyperventilation). In respiratory alkalosis, Pco2 falls, leading to an increase in pH (alkalosis). If the alkalosis persists for more than 12 hours, the alkalosis may be partially compensated by decreased renal H+ excretion. During respiratory alkalosis, HCO3− may fall acutely owing to equilibration with depleted CO2. There is a 2 mEq/L decrease in HCO3− per 10 mm Hg decrease Pco2 that is chemical and not part of the renal compensation. Common causes of respiratory alkalosis include hyperventilation from voluntary effort (anxiety) or stimulation of central respiratory centers secondary to meningitis or a fever.
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