9.2.2 Flashcards
chemicals in the blood give an indication of what ? and maintained by ?
the state of health of a person, homeostasis
oxygen and carbon dioxide indicators of ?
how well the LUNGS function and the effectiveness of the circulation of blood within the body
pH is an indicator of ?
kidney and lung functioning
2 examples of excretory organs
lungs (carbon dioxide, prevent build up of carbonic acid), Kidneys (hydrogen ions)
benefits of pulse oximeters
non invasive, gives a good idea of the oxygen saturation levels of haemoglobin in (the patients) blood (indicates breathing and circulation are normal)
what does Arterical blood gas (ABG) analysis reveal in more detail (compared to pulse oximeters)
levels of chemicals in blood, pressure of oxygen and carbon dioxide, pH and level of bicarbonate ions