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What is the primary product of aerobic respiration?
What is the primary product of aerobic respiration?
Which condition results from a buildup of carbon dioxide in the blood?
Which condition results from a buildup of carbon dioxide in the blood?
What role does bicarbonate (HCO3) play in the body?
What role does bicarbonate (HCO3) play in the body?
What is a common symptom of respiratory alkalosis?
What is a common symptom of respiratory alkalosis?
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What indicates severe hypoxaemia in a patient?
What indicates severe hypoxaemia in a patient?
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What is the consequence of hyperventilation?
What is the consequence of hyperventilation?
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What can lead to a decrease in bicarbonate and an increase in lactic acid?
What can lead to a decrease in bicarbonate and an increase in lactic acid?
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What is the normal partial pressure of oxygen (Pa02) in room air?
What is the normal partial pressure of oxygen (Pa02) in room air?
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Study Notes
Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) Sites
- Radial artery puncture site is a common site for drawing blood
- Deep palmar arch is a critical anatomical structure in the hand
- Ulnar artery puncture site is another common area
- Brachial artery is also a potential puncture site
- Femoral artery is a blood vessel in the leg, providing an anterior view for observation
Acid-Base Balance
- Aerobic respiration: Oxygen + Glucose → ATP + CO2 + H2O
- Anaerobic respiration: Glucose → ATP + Lactic Acid
- pH balance: affected by hydrogen (H+) ions; high H+ indicates acidity, low H+ indicates alkalinity
- PaO2: Partial pressure of oxygen; normal value around 11kPa (room air); hypoxaemia is PaO2 < 10kPa, severe hypoxaemia is PaO2 < 8kPa
- PaCO2: Main component of respiratory function
- Respiratory acidosis: occurs when CO2 buildup leads to decreased pH; causes include shallow breathing or conditions that prevent CO2 exhalation
- Respiratory compensation: body's attempt to adjust breathing to regulate CO2 levels
Metabolic Compensation
- Metabolic compensation: kidneys' role in adjusting bicarbonate (HCO3) levels to regulate pH over days, if necessary. This differs from respiratory compensation which is quicker
- Metabolic acidosis: decreased pH due to issues with acid production, bicarbonate loss or decreased kidney function; examples include diarrhea, vomiting, diabetic ketoacidosis, and chronic renal failure
- Metabolic alkalosis: increased pH due to excessive bicarbonate intake or loss of acid; exampled include excessive vomiting, hypokalaemia and sodium bicarbonate overdose
Normal Ranges for ABG
- PaO2: 11-13kPa or 80-100mmHg (room air)
- pH: 7.35-7.45
- PaCO2: 4.7-6.0kPa or 35-45 mmHg
- HCO3-: 22-26 mmol/L
- Base excess: < -2 or >+2 mmol/L
Treatment
- Treatment for Respiratory Acidosis: includes bronchodilators and mechanical ventilation
- Treatment for Metabolic Acidosis: involves sodium bicarbonate, correcting the underlying condition and Kayexalate
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This quiz covers key concepts related to arterial blood gas (ABG) sites and the acid-base balance in the human body. Questions will focus on common puncture sites, the impact of respiration on pH levels, and the body's compensatory mechanisms. Perfect for students studying human physiology or nursing courses.
