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  • Title: The role of chloride in acid-base balance.
    Author: Powers F.
    Journal: J Intraven Nurs; 1999; 22(5):286-91. PubMed ID: 10776193.
    Abstract:
    The role of chloride in acid-base balance is described. Chloride is defined, and its functions, regulation, and normal values are discussed. Chloride shift is explained. Hypochloremia and hyperchloremia and their implications in acid-base balance are discussed, including etiology, assessment, types of metabolic acidosis, treatment, and nursing considerations.
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