5 Questions
Which condition is denoted by a pH range of 7.35-7.45 in arterial blood gases?
Metabolic acidosis
What adverse effect is associated with severe acidemia (≤pH 7.25)?
Increased risk of arrhythmias
What is the normal range for bicarbonate in arterial blood gases?
22-26
Which condition is denoted by a PCO2 range of 35-45 in arterial blood gases?
Respiratory acidosis
What is the normal range for oxygen saturation in arterial blood gases?
93-98%
Test your knowledge of arterial blood gases and normal acid-base homeostasis with this quiz by Ahmed Elmenshawy, a lecturer of critical care medicine at the Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University. Learn about the normal ranges for arterial pH, PCO2, PO2, bicarbonate, and oxygen saturation, as well as the four broad categories of acid-base disorders.
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