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What is the primary function of buffer systems in body fluids?
What is the primary function of buffer systems in body fluids?
Which buffer system operates rapidly to correct pH imbalance?
Which buffer system operates rapidly to correct pH imbalance?
What happens to the respiratory rate during metabolic acidosis?
What happens to the respiratory rate during metabolic acidosis?
How do the kidneys contribute to respiratory acidosis?
How do the kidneys contribute to respiratory acidosis?
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Which step comes first when interpreting arterial blood gas results?
Which step comes first when interpreting arterial blood gas results?
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What does a low PaO2 indicate?
What does a low PaO2 indicate?
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In responses to metabolic alkalosis, what change occurs in the respiratory rate?
In responses to metabolic alkalosis, what change occurs in the respiratory rate?
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What effect does the renal buffer system have during respiratory alkalosis?
What effect does the renal buffer system have during respiratory alkalosis?
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What is the normal range for PaO2 in individuals aged 60 to 80 years?
What is the normal range for PaO2 in individuals aged 60 to 80 years?
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A pH value lower than 7.35 indicates which condition?
A pH value lower than 7.35 indicates which condition?
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What does an HCO3 level greater than 26 mEq/L indicate?
What does an HCO3 level greater than 26 mEq/L indicate?
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What is the role of SaO2 in arterial blood gas interpretation?
What is the role of SaO2 in arterial blood gas interpretation?
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A PaCO2 level greater than 45 mmHg suggests which condition?
A PaCO2 level greater than 45 mmHg suggests which condition?
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Which of the following reflects the adequacy of gas exchange in the lungs?
Which of the following reflects the adequacy of gas exchange in the lungs?
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What is the normal range for pH in arterial blood?
What is the normal range for pH in arterial blood?
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What does the buffer system in the body primarily regulate?
What does the buffer system in the body primarily regulate?
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Study Notes
Arterial Blood Gas Interpretation
- Purpose of Arterial Blood Gas (ABG): ABG results reflect oxygenation, gas exchange in the lungs, and acid-base status.
Components of ABG
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Oxygenation:
- PaO2 (Partial Pressure of Oxygen): Normal range is 80 to 100 mmHg at sea level. Decreases with age - 60 to 80 mmHg for individuals between 60 and 80 years old.
- SaO2 (Oxygen Saturation): Normal is 99 to 100%. Represents the amount of oxygen bound to hemoglobin.
- Hypoxemia: Decreased oxygenation of arterial blood (PaO2 < 80 mmHg). PaO2 less than 60 mmHg requires immediate intervention unless the patient has COPD and has adapted.
Ventilation/Acid-Base Status
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pH: Concentration of hydrogen ions (H+) in the blood. Normal range: 7.35 to 7.45.
- Acidemia: pH less than 7.35.
- Alkalemia: pH greater than 7.45.
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PaCO2 (Partial Pressure of Carbon Dioxide): Normal range: 35 to 45 mmHg. Regulated by the lungs.
- Respiratory Acidosis/Hypoventilation: PaCO2 greater than 45 mmHg. Indicates CO2 is retained.
- Respiratory Alkalosis/Hyperventilation: PaCO2 less than 35 mmHg. Indicates excess CO2 is excreted.
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HCO3 (Bicarbonte): Concentration of sodium bicarbonate in blood. Normal: 22 to 26 mEq/L. Regulated by the kidneys.
- Metabolic Alkalosis: HCO3 greater than 26 mEq/L.
- Metabolic Acidosis: HCO3 less than 22 mEq/L.
Buffer Systems
- The body regulates acid-base balance through buffer systems, which neutralize acids.
- Three buffer systems:
- Blood: Activated by changes in H+ concentration. Bicarbonate (HCO3) combines with H+ to form carbonic acid (H2CO3).
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Respiratory: Works rapidly to return pH to normal. Lungs react to acid-base changes by altering rate and depth of breathing.
- Metabolic Acidosis: Respiratory rate increases, eliminating more CO2.
- Metabolic Alkalosis: Respiratory rate decreases, retaining CO2.
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Renal: Excretes excess H+ and retains bicarbonate. Acts more slowly, taking up to 2 days.
- Respiratory Acidosis: Kidneys excrete hydrogen ions and retain bicarbonate ions.
- Respiratory Alkalosis: Kidneys retain hydrogen ions and excrete bicarbonate ions.
Steps in ABG Interpretation
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- Evaluate Oxygenation: Analyze PaO2 and SaO2. Hypoxemia occurs if PaO2 is below the normal range.
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- Determine Acid-Base Status: Assess pH, PaCO2, and HCO3.
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- Identify Primary Imbalance: Determine whether the problem is respiratory or metabolic.
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- Identify Compensation: Evaluate whether the body is attempting to compensate for the imbalance.
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This quiz focuses on the interpretation of arterial blood gas (ABG) results, which are essential for understanding oxygenation, ventilation, and acid-base balance in patients. It covers key components like PaO2, SaO2, pH, and PaCO2, and their clinical implications. Test your knowledge of normal ranges and the clinical significance of abnormal values.
