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Which condition is denoted by a pH range of 7.35-7.45 in arterial blood gases?
Which condition is denoted by a pH range of 7.35-7.45 in arterial blood gases?
- Metabolic acidosis (correct)
- Respiratory acidosis
- Metabolic alkalosis
- Respiratory alkalosis
What adverse effect is associated with severe acidemia (≤pH 7.25)?
What adverse effect is associated with severe acidemia (≤pH 7.25)?
- Hyperventilation
- Increased risk of arrhythmias (correct)
- Decreased coronary blood flow
- Hypotension
What is the normal range for bicarbonate in arterial blood gases?
What is the normal range for bicarbonate in arterial blood gases?
- 22-26 (correct)
- 18-22
- 25-30
- 20-24
Which condition is denoted by a PCO2 range of 35-45 in arterial blood gases?
Which condition is denoted by a PCO2 range of 35-45 in arterial blood gases?
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What is the normal range for oxygen saturation in arterial blood gases?
What is the normal range for oxygen saturation in arterial blood gases?
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