ABG

Question 1

What does ABG measures?

Answer 1

The dissolved oxygen and carbon dioxide in the arterial blood

Question 2

PH normal value

Answer 2

PH 7.35 - 7.45

Question 3

CO2 normal value

Answer 3

35 - 45

Question 4

HCO3 normal value

Answer 4

22 - 26

Question 5

PaO2 normal value

Answer 5

80 -100

Question 6

SaO2 normal value

Answer 6

95% or above

Question 7

What is the first thing a nurse needs to do before ABG blood draw?

Answer 7

. Perform Allen’s test

Question 8

When should the ABG test NOT be performed?

Answer 8

. Do not draw blood if patient has been suctioned or there have been changes in oxygen.

Question 9

What should the patient do before ABG test?

Answer 9

. Have patient rest for 20 - 30 minutes

Question 10

Can Oxygen be turn off before ABG test?

Answer 10

Do not turn oxygen off unless order requires ABG on room air

Question 11

What is the first thing the nurse need to do after ABG test?

Answer 11

Put sample on ice

Question 12

What should be documented on lab form?

Answer 12

Put patient’s temperature, oxygen and type of ventilation on lab form

Question 13

What is the safety precaution for patients on blood thinners?

Answer 13

Apply pressure to puncture site for 5-10 min if patient is on blood thinners

Question 14

When should the specimen be taken to the lab?

Answer 14

Take specimen to lab with in 15 min