Arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation is a common investigation used within Emergency Departments and Intensive Care Units.
Arterial blood gases provide an accurate representation of the patient’s respiratory function and overall clinical status. An ABG is a blood test that measures the pH, partial pressure of oxygen and carbon dioxide.
The information from ABGs can provide an indicator of the efficiency of the gaseous exchange. It is important you have an understanding of ABG values and can interpret their meaning.
Keep in mind that ABG’s provide one aspect of a patient’s respiratory function and should be assessed alongside a complete health history, general observation, signs and symptoms, vital signs and physical examination.
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Interpreting Arterial Blood Gases ABGs by M. Greenlee | OPENPediatrics
In this video, Michael Greenlee explains how to interpret arterial blood gases, and provides case studies of patients experiencing arterial blood gas imbalances.
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