ABGs Flashcards
1
Q
What do ABGs measure
A
- The ph and partial pressure of oxygen and carbon dioxide in arterial blood
2
Q
What is partial pressure
A
- Measures the amount of carbon dioxide in your blood and how well carbon dioxide can move out of your body
3
Q
Factors influencing ABG results
A
- Delayed processing
- Air bubbles when preforming arterial puncture
- Body temperature
4
Q
pH range in ABG
A
7.35 - 7.45
Low = acidosis
High = alkalosis
5
Q
PA02 range in ABG
A
80-100mmHg
6
Q
PAC02 range in ABG
A
35-45mmHg
7
Q
Bicarbonate HC03- range in ABG
A
22-26
8
Q
Base excess range in ABG
A
+2/-2
