Kirsten, a 3-month-old infant, has begun to have frequent loose stools that progress to awatery diarrhea. She is unresponsive, with dry mucous membranes, sunken fontanels, andlittle, if any, urine output. Respirations are rapid and the heart rate is elevated.Questions1. What acid-base imbalance is Kirsten experiencing, and how is this affecting her abilityto compensate?2. What is the cause of oliguria, and how does this complicate the situation?3. How will hydration affect Kirsten's ability to compensate for the acid-base imbalance?

Acid-base imbalance is the condition in which a person either has acidosis or alkalosis due to the…

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