Lab Values Flashcards
1
Q
Normal values for Hemoglobin (Hgb)
A
Men: 14-17 gm/dL
Women: 12-16 gm/dL
2
Q
APTA Guideline for Hgb
A
< 8 gm/dL = essential daily activities
>8 gm/dL = ambulation and self care as tolerated
3
Q
Hematocrit normal values
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Men: 39-49%
Women: 35-45%
4
Q
Hematocrit APTA Guidelines
A
<25% Essential daily activities of living
25%-35% = light aerobics and light weights (1-2 lbs)
35% = ambulation and self care as tolerated
5
Q
Normal value for PaO2
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> 80 mmHg
6
Q
APTA Guideline for PaO2
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No PT intervention with PaO2 < 60 mmHg
7
Q
Glucose normal values
A
80-120 mg/dL
8
Q
Glucose APTA guideline
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No PT for patient’s with glucose levels < 70 mg/dL or >300 mg/dL
9
Q
Potassium normal values
A
3.5-5.0 mEq/L
10
Q
What should you watch for if potassium values are high?
A
Watch telemetry for arrythmias
