Which of the Following Would Be the Reason for Obtaining

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be the reason for obtaining arterial blood gases from a patient?

• A)To monitor the oxygen saturation
• B)To check for fluid accumulation
• C)To evaluate acid-base balances
• D)to obtain a pleural fluid specimen

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