Asked by Chané Viljoen on Jun 03, 2024
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A patient is admitted to the emergency department (ED) in respiratory distress.The results of his first arterial blood gases were pH = 7.30; PCO2 = 40; HCO3 = 19 mEq/L; PO2 = 80.The nurse evaluates the patient's treatment plan by examining repeat arterial blood gases (ABGs) .The results are pH = 7.38; PCO2 = 32; HCO3 = 19 mEq/L.The nurse concludes which of the following?
A) Respiratory acidosis; the treatment plan is ineffective.
B) Metabolic alkalosis; the treatment plan is effective.
C) Partial compensation; the treatment plan is ineffective.
D) Complete compensation; the treatment plan is effective.
Partial Compensation
Adjustment mechanism by the body or a system to partially correct an imbalance or change, but not completely restore to normal.
Arterial Blood Gases
A measurement of the pH level and the oxygen and carbon dioxide concentrations in arterial blood, important for assessing respiratory and metabolic function.
- Master the physiological mechanisms and treatment options for acid-base disturbances.
- Assess and interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs) and their implications for patient care.
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Zybrea KnightJun 07, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Complete compensation has occurred as the PCO2 has returned the pH to the normal range.This change indicates that the treatment plan is effective.Partial compensation would be indicated by changes in the PCO2 but the pH would still be outside the normal range.The ABG is now complete compensation metabolic acidosis.
Learning Objectives
- Master the physiological mechanisms and treatment options for acid-base disturbances.
- Assess and interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs) and their implications for patient care.
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