Diagnosing Acidosis/Alkylosis Flashcards
0
Q
pH normal
PCO2 < 35 mmHg
HCO3- < 22
A
Compensated respiratory alkalosis or metabolic acidosis
1
Q
pH > 7.45
PCO2 < 35 mmHg
HCO3- normal (22-28)
A
Acute respiratory alkalosis
2
Q
pH < 7.35
PCO2 > 45 mmHg
HCO3- normal
A
Acute respiratory acidosis
3
Q
pH normal
PCO2 > 45 mmHg
HCO3- > 28
A
Compensated respiratory acidosis or metabolic alkalosis
4
Q
pH > 7.45
PCO2 normal
HCO3- > 28
A
Acute metabolic alkalosis
5
Q
pH < 7.35
PCO2 normal
HCO3- < 22
A
Acute metabolic acidosis
