Acid-Base Balance Quiz

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What is the abbreviation for Arterial Blood Gas?

  • AGB
  • GBA
  • BAG
  • ABG (correct)

Who is the author or creator mentioned in the content?

  • Dr. Aid
  • Dr. Peep
  • Dr. Noaman Gweely (correct)
  • Dr. Me

What is the term for an excess of acid in the blood?

  • Net Acid
  • Acidosis (correct)
  • Alkalosis
  • Alkalis

What is the number mentioned in the content?

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What is the term for an excess of base in the blood?

<p>Alkalosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

ABG (Arterial Blood Gas)

  • Analyzed by Dr. Noaman Gweely

Blood Gas Components

  • So2 (Oxygen Saturation): 75%
  • pCO2 (Partial Pressure of Carbon Dioxide): 89 mmHg
  • pH: 7.41 (normal range: 7.35-7.45)

Respiratory Acidosis

  • Characterized by high levels of CO2 in the blood
  • pH levels below 7.35
  • Can be caused by respiratory failure or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Respiratory Alkalosis

  • Characterized by low levels of CO2 in the blood
  • pH levels above 7.45
  • Can be caused by hyperventilation or anxiety attacks

Acid-Base Imbalance

  • Acidosis: pH levels below 7.35
  • Alkalosis: pH levels above 7.45

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