ABG (Arterial Blood Gas) Normal Lab Value Levels Questions And Answers With Latest Updates

Question 1 of 10 The nurse is caring for a client who is suspected to be septic. The provider orders a lactic acid blood level. The nurse knows that increased lactic acid indicates which of the following conditions for the client? A.Orthostatic hypotension B.Hypercalcemia C.Hypoxia D.Hypotension - Answer C Hypoxia Lactic acid is built up when the body goes without oxygen, indicating hypoxia has occurred. Hypercalcemia To check a calcium level, the provider would order a blood total calcium level. Hypotension The provider would not order labs to check blood pressure. This is done by the nurse. Orthostatic hypotension The provider would obtain this information from the nurse's assessment, not the lab values. Question 2 of 10A nurse is caring for a client with a blood pH of 7.3. Which of the following does this pH level represent? A.Alkalosis BAcidosis C.Normal pH value DBasic pH - Answer B Normal pH value A normal pH is between 7.35 to 7.45. Basic pH "Basic" is another term used to describe alkalosis, a blood pH of more than 7.45. Alkalosis Alkalosis is a blood pH greater than 7.45. Acidosis The normal range of blood pH is 7.35-7.45. When the level is lower than 7.35, a client has acidosis. The acidosis can have a respiratory or metabolic source, so it is important for the nurse to know the reason for the abnormal pH range in order to treat the client effectively. Question 3 of 10 A nurse is caring for a client who has an indwelling arterial line. The nurse notes that the waveform on the hemodynamic monitor appears flat and dampened. Which of the following would be the first step in troubleshooting this waveform? A.Clamp the line for 1 minute and then release and recheck the waveformB.Check the line for kinks or obstructions C.Ask the client to turn his head and cough D.Add extension tubing to the line - Answer B