Respiratory Flashcards
1
Q
Normal PaCO2 value as seen on an arterial blood gas
A
35-45mmHg
2
Q
Exercise (hot and acidic) creates a _____ shift and oxygen sticks ____ readily to HGB
A
Right; more
3
Q
The lung (cool and basic) environment creates a _____ shift and oxygen sticks ____ readily to HGB
A
Left; less
4
Q
Normal bicarb level on ABG
A
22-26 mEq/L
5
Q
In unilateral pneumonia, GOOD lung _____
A
DOWN
