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Arterial Blood Gases
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General Considerations
PH = Increased - Alkalosis Decreased - Acidosis
PCO2 = Increased – Acidosis Decreased – Alkalosis
HCO3 = Increased – Alkalosis Decrease - Acidosis
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A. Metabolic Acidosis
Results from RENAL FAILURE
B. Respiratory Acidosis
Results from RESPIRATORY FAILURE,
NARCOTICS,NEUROMUSCULAR DIS.
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C. Metabolic Alkalosis Results from Gastric Suction,
vomiting, Long Term Steriod Therapy
D. Respiratory Alkalosis
Results from Head Trauma, Fever, Emotions, Salicylate Ingestion, Shock at an early stage