1973;223:266–75.Mellemgaard K. The alveolar-arterial oxygen difference: its size and components in normal man. Characterization and clinical application of the “significance band” for acute respiratory alkalosis. In: Weinberger SE, Cockrill BA, Mandel J, eds. Mendeley Clinical approach to the diagnosis of acid-base disorders. pH - 7.35 - 7.45; Bicarbonate (HCO₃) - 22 - 26; Base Excess - -2 to +2; Arterial partial pressure of CO₂ (PaCO₂) - 36 - 44; In understanding why the bicarbonate and PaCO₂ are important for assessing acid-base balance, remember the following equilibrium: The oxygen desaturation was simply the result of an increased PCO 2 from hypoventilation in a patient receiving narcotics. Mendeley This can lead to Call your provider if you have symptoms of this disorder. Normal Ranges.

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