Blood gasses Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Normal PH level
A
7.35-7.45
2
Q
Type 1 respiratory failure
A
Low Pa02 but C02 remains the same
3
Q
Type 2 respiratory failure
A
Pao2 is down
Co2 is raised
4
Q
Respiratory Acidosis indicators
A
Ph lower than 7.35
Co2 raised
HC03 of bicarbonate is evident on the gas if it’s been a long period of time
