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ABG Simplified
NORMAL VALUES
pH 7.35-7.45
HCO3 22-26 mmol/L
PCO2 35-45 mm Hh
example:
pH = 7.10
HCO3 = 24
PCO2 = 55
pH=7.10
analysis: this is below the normal range, therefore ACIDOSIS
HCO3=24
analysis: this is within normal range, therefore NORMAL
PCO2=55
analysis: this is above the normal range, therefore RESPIRATORY
ACIDOSIS
To make the final interpretation, choose the one that is consistent with the pH.
In the above example, the pH is ACIDOSIS.. therefore, our example above is a case of
RESPIRATORY ACIDOSIS.
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