Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance

Acid-Base Balance

Anatomy & Physiology

26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance

Acid-Base Balance

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Multiple Choice

Which two organ systems work together to correct pH imbalances in the body?

Respiratory and urinary systems

Digestive and endocrine systems

Nervous and muscular systems

Circulatory and lymphatic systems

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Identify the primary function of each organ system mentioned in the options. For example, the respiratory system is involved in gas exchange and regulation of blood pH, while the urinary system helps in excreting waste and maintaining electrolyte balance.

Understand how pH balance is maintained in the body. The body uses buffer systems, respiratory control, and renal regulation to maintain pH within a narrow range.

Consider how the respiratory system contributes to pH balance. It regulates the levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the blood. An increase in CO2 leads to a decrease in pH (more acidic), while a decrease in CO2 leads to an increase in pH (more alkaline).

Examine the role of the urinary system in pH regulation. The kidneys excrete hydrogen ions and reabsorb bicarbonate from urine, which helps to maintain the acid-base balance in the body.

Evaluate which pair of systems from the options provided are directly involved in pH regulation. The respiratory and urinary systems work together to correct pH imbalances by adjusting CO2 levels and excreting hydrogen ions, respectively.