Cardiac values Flashcards
1
Q
Troponin
elevates after MI…
may need to hold activity until 24 hrs after peak
A
Normal: <0.03mg/ml
Higher levels indicate: myocardial damage, ischemia or vascular problems (critical damage)
2
Q
BNP
indicates heart failure
A
Normal: <100pg/mL
> 900pg/mL indicative of HF
3
Q
Normal PH
A
7.35-7.45
4
Q
Normal PaCO2
A
35-45mmHg
5
Q
Normal HCO3
A
22-26mmol/L
4 pt difference