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Terminology/Definitions Flashcards

1
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What is PaO2

A

Partial pressure of oxygen- the amount of oxygen in the arterial blood

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What is PaCO2

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Partial pressure of carbon dioxide - the amount of CO2 in the arterial blood

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What is pH

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acid base balance in the blood

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What is HCO3

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Bicarbonate- measures the total amount of CO2 transported in the blood

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What is SpO2

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oxygen saturation- measures the amount of hemoglobin saturated with oxygen molecules

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What do ABG’s assess?

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how well oxygen is being distributed in the blood and how well co2 is being removed. helps determine the status of the pts lungs and kidney functions.

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7
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What is the normal value for PaO2

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80-100mmHg

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8
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What is the normal value for PaCO2

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35-45mmHg

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9
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What is the normal value for HCO3

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22-26 mEq/L

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10
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What is the normal value for pH

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7.34-7.45

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11
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What is the normal value for SpO2

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95-100%

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