Place the Steps for Analyzing Arterial Blood Gases in the Proper

question 20

Multiple Choice

Place the steps for analyzing arterial blood gases in the proper order.
1) Assess HCO₃¯ level for metabolic abnormalities
2) Assess PaO₂ for hypoxemia
3) Examine PaCO₂ for acidosis or alkalosis
4) Re-examine pH to determine level of compensation
5) Examine pH for acidemia or alkalemia

• A) 5, 1, 2, 4, 3
• B) 2, 5, 3, 1, 4
• C) 1, 2, 4, 3, 5
• D) 1, 3, 4, 5, 2

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