What should be the next action in the following ABG results: pH: 7.18 pO2: 82mmHg pCO2: 38mmHg HCO3: 24meq/L Suggestions; 1. Should the test be repeated? 2. Should the anion gap be calculated? 3. Add yours.....
May 9th, 2022
what does the pt look like? are they alive? are they breathing? what is their color............... alwayssssssss check the pt first!!!.............then retest........and make sure the dr. is aware of it all!!!! are they on a monitor? what are their v/s............... then follow what ever thr dr says to do!
September 29th, 2022
Make sure the patient is being adequately ventilated and perfused...ABC,s
May 10th, 2022
go back and review please. Here is a start pH: 7.35-7.45
Partial pressure of oxygen (PaO2): 75 to 100 mmHg
Partial pressure of carbon dioxide (PaCO2): 35-45 mmHg
Bicarbonate (HCO3): 22-26 mEq/L
Oxygen saturation (O2 Sat): 94-100%
After reviewing from your text try again. The best way to learn vs getting someone to give you the answers
