ABG Flashcards
1
Q
What are the normal parameters for ABG’s?
● pH-
● paCO2-
● HCO3-
A
● pH- 7.35-7.45
● paCO2- 35-45
● HCO3- 22-26
2
Q
What would indicate respiratory alkalosis?
● pH-
● CO2-
● HCO3-
A
● pH- increased
● CO2- decreased
● HCO3- normal
3
Q
What would indicate metabolic acidosis?
● pH-
● CO2-
● HCO3-
A
● pH- decreased
● CO2- normal
● HCO3- decreased
4
Q
What would indicate respiratory acidosis?
● pH- decreased
● CO2- increased
● HCO3- normal
A
● pH-
● CO2-
● HCO3-
5
Q
What would indicate metabolic alkalosis?
● pH- increased
● CO2- normal
● HCO3- increased
A
● pH-
● CO2-
● HCO3-
