Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs) Flashcards
1
Q
pH
A
7.35-7.45
2
Q
PaCO2
A
35-45 mm Hg
3
Q
HCO3
A
21-28 mEq/L
4
Q
PaO2
A
80-100 mm Hg
5
Q
respiratory acidosis occurs when
A
pH: 7.35 or less
PaCO2: 45 or more
6
Q
respiratory alkalosis occurs when
A
pH: 7.45 or more
PaCO2: 35 or less
7
Q
metabolic acidosis occurs when
A
pH: 7.35 or less
HCO3: 21 or less
8
Q
metabolic alkalosis occurs when
A
pH: 7.45 or more
HCO3: 28 or more
9
Q
balance occurs when
A
PaCO2: 35-45
HCO3: 21-28
