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Simplified approach to ABG’s
Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs) provide critical information about a patient's respiratory and metabolic status, guiding clinical decision-making. A simplified approach to ABGs involves assessing three key parameters: pH, partial pressure of carbon dioxide (PaCO2), and bicarbonate (HCO3-). The pH value indicates the acidity or alkalinity of the blood, with a normal range of 7.35 to 7.45. PaCO2 reflects the respiratory component, and an elevated level indicates respiratory acidosis, while a decreased level suggests respiratory alkalosis. HCO3- represents the metabolic component, and abnormal levels indicate metabolic acidosis or alkalosis. Evaluate the patient's clinical presentation, medical history, and concurrent laboratory results to interpret ABG values in a holistic context. Regularly reassess ABGs to monitor the effectiveness of interventions and guide ongoing management of respiratory and metabolic disturbances.
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Dr. Amol Shivaji Murkute
Pediatrican Critical Care Consultant, Director Safalya Hospitals Hepatology and Liver Transplant Global Hospital, Mumbai Co Founder Func Dent- Functional Dentistry, Mumbai
Dr. Amol Shivaji Murkute completed his MBBS from KEM Hospitals, DNB Pediatrics from Chennai. He is a Fellow of Pediatric Critical Care from Narayana Hrudayalaya Banglore and also director of Safalaya Hospitals. He is IAP ALS BLS WEST ZONE OF INDIA Trainer and also Assistant Professor of DR VP Medical College, Nashik. He is a National Speaker for IAP Conferences.
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Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs) provide critical information about a patient's respiratory and metabolic status, guiding clinical decision-making. A simplified approach to ABGs involves assessing three key parameters: pH, partial pressure of carbon dioxide (PaCO2), and bicarbonate (HCO3-). The pH value indicates the acidity or alkalinity of the blood, with a normal range of 7.35 to 7.45. PaCO2 reflects the respiratory component, and an elevated level indicates respiratory acidosis, while a decreased level suggests respiratory alkalosis. HCO3- represents the metabolic component, and abnormal levels indicate metabolic acidosis or alkalosis. Evaluate the patient's clinical presentation, medical history, and concurrent laboratory results to interpret ABG values in a holistic context. Regularly reassess ABGs to monitor the effectiveness of interventions and guide ongoing management of respiratory and metabolic disturbances.