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Introduction to ABGs

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Part 1 / Medical Foundation 1 / Respirology
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Part 1 Medical Foundation 1 Respirology

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  • Identify indications and contraindications to ABGs.
  • Identify the components of an ABG and describe normal values.
  • Describe primary disorders based on the pH of the ABG.
  • Describe derangements in each component of an ABG.
  • Utilize the 5 step approach to interpreting an ABG.
  • Review appropriate compensation and magnitude expected in a primary disorder.
  • Review special considerations and calculations in approach for metabolic acidosis interpretation. (Plasma anion gap, osmolar gap and delta-delta).
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