Ch 8 ABG questions KAHOOT

An increase of PaCO2 of 10-15 causes a corresponding increase in plasma HCO3- of how much?

1 mmol

What are the reference ranges for plasma bicarbonate (HCO3-)

22-26

PaCO2 reference range (partial pressure oxygen)

35-45

Common reference range for pH

7.35-7.45

What is the common reference range for PaO2 breathing are at sea level

80-100

Evaluate the patient's acid-base status you recommend which of the following

ABG

What causes metabolic acidosis

Rental disease

What infection control precaution would you apply before obtaining an ABG

Standard precautions plus face shield

What is the preferred site of arterial puncture

Radial artery

What is the best indicator for metabolic acid base status

Base excess

Before an ABG sample can be obtained, clotting parameters should be evaluated because

Bleeding time maybe prolonged if they are abnormal

Parameters represent the respiratory component acid-base status

PaCO2