J1.i · Acid Base Physiology

Official V4 objective

Explain the principles underlying acid-base chemistry.

Written examination

SAQ history

4 appearances

4 exam appearances

2024B Q06

Describe the following with respect to lactate: (a) production (40% of marks). (b) metabolism (30% of marks). (c) and its role (30% of marks).

36%

2020A Q08

Describe the production, metabolism and role of lactate.

16%

2015B Q06

Describe the formation and the metabolic fate of lactate. Outline its role in energy production

21%

2010A Q05

Describe the production and metabolism of lactate.

50%

Oral examination

4 stations

2023B · Day 3 · VIVA 1
This viva will examine on acid base physiology. Define pH and its physiological importance. Describe how pH is measured by the blood gas machine.

Pass rate not reported
2021B · Day 2 · VIVA 1
This viva will assess your knowledge on acid-base. Define pH. Describe how pH is measured by the blood gas machine?

89% successful
2021A · Day 2 · VIVA 4
This viva will explore your knowledge of acid base physiology. What is an acid and how much acid does the body produce daily?

67% successful
2019A · Day 2 · VIVA 6
This viva is about acid base physiology. What are acids and bases? Give an example of each found in the body.

100% successful

Sources: objective text from the relevant CICM syllabus; historical SAQ and VIVA wording from CICM examiner reports.