ABG Analysis

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  1. PaO2 (Partial Pressure of O2)
    Normal : 80-100 mmHg

    < 80 = Hypoxemia
  2. Hgb SAT (% of Hgb Transporting O2)
    Normal : 92 - 97%

    <90 = Hypoemia and Hypoxia
  3. pH (Acid/Base Balance)
    Normal : 7.35 - 7.45

    < 7.35 = Acidosis

    > 7.45 = Alkalosis
  4. PaCO2 (Partial Pressure of CO2)
    Normal : 35 - 45 mmHg

    < 35 = Hypocapnia

    > 45 = Hypercapnia
  5. HCO3 (Bicarbonate Level)
    Normal : 22 - 26 mEqL (milliequivalents per liter)

    < 22 = Low

    > 24 = High

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 Sjerry85
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 ABG Analysis
Updated:
2010-05-21 23:53:16
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Cardiopulmonary Anatomy & Physiology
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