ABG Interpretation Basics

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  What does ABG stand for in nursing?

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  Arterial Blood Gas

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  What is the normal range for arterial blood pH?

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  7.35-7.45

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  What is the normal range for PaCO2?

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  35-45 mmHg

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  What is the normal range for HCO3- in arterial blood?

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  22-26 mEq/L

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  What does a low pH (below 7.35) indicate?

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  Acidosis

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  What does a high pH (above 7.45) indicate?

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  Alkalosis