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PATHO Acid/Base
Question | Answer |
---|---|
volatile acids | undergo vaporization rapidly |
nonvolatile acids | NOT converted to CO2 |
arterial blood gases | help determine acid/base balance and system |
PaO2 | 80-100 mmHg |
PaCO2 | 35-45 mmHg |
HCO3- | 22-26 mEq/L |
SaO2 | 95-100% |
hypercapnia | elevated CO2 |
pH | 7.35-7.45 |