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PATHO Acid/Base
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| volatile acids | undergo vaporization rapidly |
| nonvolatile acids | NOT converted to CO2 |
| arterial blood gases | help determine acid/base balance and system |
| PaO2 | 80-100 mmHg |
| PaCO2 | 35-45 mmHg |
| HCO3- | 22-26 mEq/L |
| SaO2 | 95-100% |
| hypercapnia | elevated CO2 |
| pH | 7.35-7.45 |