ABGs Flashcards
(11 cards)
1
Q
normal value of pH
A
7.35-7.45
2
Q
normal value of PaCO2
A
35-45 mmHg
3
Q
normal value of HCO3
A
22-26 mEq/L
4
Q
if pH is normal then it is ….
A
compensated
5
Q
if PaCO2 is normal then it is…
A
metabollic
6
Q
if HCO3 if normal then it is
A
respiratory
7
Q
if pH, PaCO2, and HCO3 are all abnormal then it is…
A
partially compensated
8
Q
ABG levels if respiratory acidosis
A
decrease pH, increased PaCO2, normal HCO3
9
Q
ABG levels if respiratory alkalosis
A
increased pH, decreased PaCO2, normal HCO3
10
Q
ABG levels if metabolic acidosis
A
decreased pH, normal PaCOs, decreased HCO3
11
Q
ABG levels if metabolic alkalosis
A
increased pH, normal PaCO2, increased HCO3