9.2.2

Question 1

chemicals in the blood give an indication of what ? and maintained by ?

Answer 1

the state of health of a person, homeostasis

Question 2

oxygen and carbon dioxide indicators of ?

Answer 2

how well the LUNGS function and the effectiveness of the circulation of blood within the body

Question 3

pH is an indicator of ?

Answer 3

kidney and lung functioning

Question 4

2 examples of excretory organs

Answer 4

lungs (carbon dioxide, prevent build up of carbonic acid), Kidneys (hydrogen ions)

Question 5

benefits of pulse oximeters

Answer 5

non invasive, gives a good idea of the oxygen saturation levels of haemoglobin in (the patients) blood (indicates breathing and circulation are normal)

Question 6

what does Arterical blood gas (ABG) analysis reveal in more detail (compared to pulse oximeters)

Answer 6

levels of chemicals in blood, pressure of oxygen and carbon dioxide, pH and level of bicarbonate ions