Blood Gas Flashcards
1
Q
pH
A
7.35-7.45
2
Q
PaCO2
A
4.5-6.0
3
Q
Pa02
A
10.5-13.5
4
Q
HCO3
A
21-27
5
Q
Base excess
A
-2-2
6
Q
Respiratory acidosis
A
pH decreases, PaCO2 increases, HCO3 and Be are normal
7
Q
Respiratory alkalosis
A
pH increases, PaCO2 decreases, HCO3 and Be are normal
8
Q
Metabolic acidosis
A
pH, HCO3 and Be decrease, PaCO2 is normal
9
Q
Metabolic alkalosis
A
pH, HC03 and Be increase, PaCO2 is normal.
