Quality Control Runs on a PCO₂ Electrode Have Produced a Mean

question 26

Multiple Choice

Quality control runs on a PCO₂ electrode have produced a mean of 40 mm Hg ± 2 mm Hg (1 SD) .What are the chances of obtaining a value of 45 mm Hg on a control run if the electrode is functioning properly?

• A) 95%
• B) 50%
• C) 5%
• D) Less than 1%

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