An ABG sample drawn while recieving 60% FIO2 has an air bubb…
An ABG sample drawn while recieving 60% FIO2 has an air bubble in it. The ABG was analyzed with the following result: pH – 7.37 PaCO2 – 36 mmHg PaO2 – 200 mmHg HCO3 – 24 mEq/L What changes occurred due to the air bubble? I. Increase in pH II. Decrease in PaO2 III. Decrease in PaCO2 IV. Increase in PaO2
Read DetailsA patient with bilateral wheezes was receiving a bronchodila…
A patient with bilateral wheezes was receiving a bronchodilator treatment with albuterol then started to have palpitations and nausea. The patient continuous to have bilateral wheezes. What should the respiratory therapist recommend at this time?
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