Interpreting ABGs: Arterial Blood Gases Explained

"Arterial blood gas interpretation is best approached systematically. ... Next, evaluate the respiratory and metabolic components of the ABG results, the PaCO2 and HCO3, respectively. The PaCO2 indicates whether the acidosis or alkalemia is primarily from a respiratory or metabolic acidosis/alkalosis.



In this book, you will learn:

- The Science of Arterial Blood Gases

- pH, Buffers, and the Kidneys

- Normal ABG Values

- Simple Acid-Base Disorders

- Deep dive into understanding ABGs in the Clinical Sense

- ABG Collection and Sources of Error

- Helpful study tools we recommend

- Practice Questions / Case Studies

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