Atrerial Blood Gases (ABG)💨 Flashcards

1
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What is the normal pH value range?

A

7.35 to 7.45

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2
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What is the normal range of PaCO2?

A

35 to 45 mmHg

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3
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What happens if PaCO2 gets too low or too high?

A

Too low: hyperventilation (paper bag)
Too high: hypoventilation

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4
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What is the normal range for PaO2?

A

80 to 100 mmHg

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5
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What is the normal range of SaO2?

A

95% to 100%

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