Simple ABGs

What is the normal pH of blood?

• 3.5 - 4.5

• 7.35 - 7.45

• 2.2 - 2.6

• 7.45 - 7.65

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-3

What is the abbreviation for CO2 dissolved in blood?

• pCO2

• HCO3

• SaO2

• PaO2

What is the abbreviation for bicarbonate?

• pCO2

• HCO3

• SaO2

• PaO2

Is HCO3 an acid or a base?

• Acid

• Base

Is CO2 an acid or a base?

• Acid

• Base

Analyze the ABG: pH 7.24, pCO2 63, HCO3 24

• Metabolic Acidosis

• Metabolic Alkalosis

• Respiratory Acidosis

• Respiratory Alkalosis

ABG Analysis: pH 7.48, pCO2 39, HCO3 32

• Respiratory Alkalosis

• Respiratory Acidosis

• Metabolic Alkalosis

• Metabolic Acidosis

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-3

ABG Analysis: pH 7.22, pCO2 37, HCO3 14

• Respiratory Acidosis

• Respiratory Alkalosis

• Metabolic Acidosis

• Metabolic Alkalosis

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-3

All are causes of metabolic acidosis except:

• Renal failure

• Diarrhea

• Hypokalemia

• Diuretics

Any disease process that leads to inadequate ventilation can cause:

• Metabolic Acidosis

• Metabolic Alkalosis

• Respiratory Acidosis

• Respiratory Alkalosis

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-3