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ABG Interpretation
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Interpret the following ABGs and identify one pathophysiological cause for any
abnormalities.
Normal Values
pH:

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pCO2:

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HCO3:

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ABG Values
Acid/Base Imbalance
Cause
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pH
7.20
pCO2 37.5
HCO3 18

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pH
7.45
pCO2 28
HCO3 20

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pH
7.56
pCO2 52
HCO3 28

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pH
7.31
pCO2 50
HCO3 26

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pH
7.19
pCO2 34
HCO3 16

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Answers
1. Metabolic Acidosis
Renal Failure, DKA, Diarrhea
2. Respiratory Alkalosis
CHF, PE, Asthma
3. Metabolic Alkalosis
NG suction, vomiting
4. Respiratory Acidosis
Overdose, pneumonia, CNS disorder
5. Metabolic Acidosis
Renal Failure, DKA, Diarrhea

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