Complex Exam 4 - Acid-Base imbalances Flashcards
1
Q
What is a normal pH?
A
7.35-7.45
2
Q
What is a normal PaCO2?
A
35-45
3
Q
What is a normal PaHCO3?
A
22-26
4
Q
What ABG occurs with DKA?
A
metabolic acidosis
5
Q
What ABG occurs with burns?
A
metabolic acidosis (rhabdomyolysis, kidney failure)
6
Q
What ABG occurs with HHS?
A
metabolic alkalosis
7
Q
What should be done for metabolic acidosis with DKA?
A
insulin administration
8
Q
What ABG occurs at end-of-life?
A
respiratory acidosis
9
Q
What ABG occurs with inhalation injury?
A
respiratory acidosis (impaired gas exchange, CO2 retention)
