ABGs

Question 1

What is normal range for pH

Answer 1

7.35 to 7.45

Question 2

What is normal range for CO2

Answer 2

35 to 45 mmHg

Question 3

What is a normal range for HCO3

Answer 3

22 to 26 mEq/L

Question 4

What is a normal range for SpO2

Answer 4

95-100%

Question 5

Give the values for PaO2 levels

Answer 5

80-100 = normal
60-80 = mild
40-60 = moderate
< 40 = severe

Question 6

What are the three compensation terms?

Answer 6

1. uncompensated (not working)
2. partially compensated (working in progress)
3. compensated (finished working)