Case 9. Case 8 Following Treatment

Question 1

Following Rx with O2, steroids and bronchodilators the pt deteriorate. Describe the pulmonary gas exchange and acid base balance.

PO2 : 11.2
PCO2 : 8.7
H+. 51. PH 7.3
HCO3. 30

Answer 1

Type 2 respiratory failure

Partially compensated respiratory acidosis.