Metabolic acidosis is defined as a state of decreased systemic pH resulting from either a primary increase in hydrogen ion (H+) or a reduction in bicarbonate (HCO3-) concentrations. In the acute state, respiratory compensation of acidosis occurs by hyperventilation resulting in a relative reduction in PaCO2. Chronically, renal compensation occurs by means of reabsorption of HCO3. Acidosis arises from an increased production of acids, a loss of alkali, or a decreased renal excretion of acids. The underlying etiology of metabolic acidosis is classically categorized into those that cause an elevated anion gap (AG) (see the Anion Gap calculator) and those that do not.
The minimum wage is going up in some states and cities, including here in Florida. Currently, it's $8.10 an hour, but in 2018 it will increase to $8.25. Florida law requires the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity to calculate a minimum wage rate each year. The annual calculation is based on the percentage increase in the federal Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers in the South Region for the 12-month period prior to September 1, 2017, according to the DEO.
03/30/17 - Miami Beach's new minimum wage law, which aims to raise the citywide wage to $13.31 by 2021, is struck down in court. The Florida Retail Federation, Florida Restaurant & Lodging Ass. and Florida Chamber of Commerce filed suit in December over the city ordinance, arguing it is preempted by state law.