What would be an example of an iatrogenic cause of metabolic alkalosis?
a. Gastric suction
b. High-salt diet
c. Discontinuing the patient's diuretics
d. Vomiting
ANS: A
Often, metabolic alkalosis is iatrogenic, resulting from the use of diuretics, low-salt diets, and gastric drainage.
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