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This document provides information on interpreting arterial blood gas (ABG) results. It discusses the normal ranges for pH, PaCO2, and HCO3 and how each component contributes to acid-base balance. Respiratory acidosis occurs when pH is low and PaCO2 is high, while metabolic acidosis occurs when pH is low and HCO3 is low. Respiratory alkalosis is identified by low PaCO2 and high pH, and metabolic alkalosis by high HCO3 and pH. Case examples are provided to demonstrate interpreting ABG results.

Author

Arsalan Nadeem

Language

EN