EXAM 2 STUDY SET EXAM WITH 100%
CORRECT ANSWERS 2025/2026
ABG Overview #1 correct answers >> (graphic #1)
ABG Overview #2 correct answers >> (graphic #2)
ABG Overview #3 correct answers >> (graphic #3)
Fully compensated: correct answers >> - pH normal
- PaCO2 & HCO3 abnormal
Partially compensated: correct answers >> - All values are
abnormal
Uncompensated correct answers >> - pH and one other
value is abnormal
Measurements of Oxygenation: correct answers >> - 80 -
100mmHG
- SpO2 = 92%-99%
Arterial Blood Gas Interpretation: correct answers >>
,Alkalosis: correct answers >> (see graphic)
Acidosis: correct answers >> (see graphic)
Potassium Levels in Acidosis: correct answers >> - K+ =
Elevated
Respiratory Acidosis: correct answers >> - low pH, high CO2
Respiratory Alkalosis: correct answers >> - high pH, low CO2
Metabolic Acidosis: correct answers >> - low pH, low HCO3
Metabolic Alkalosis: correct answers >> - high pH, high HCO3
Interpret this ABG:
- ph 7.37
- PaCO2 50 mm HG
- Bicarbonate 30 mEq/L correct answers >>
Rescue Breathing Position: correct answers >> - Side lying
position
, Airway Management: correct answers >> - Essential nursing
skills that maintain natural or artificial airways for compromised
clients
NPPV Machine: correct answers >> - Non Invasive Positive
Pressure Ventilation
CPAP/BiPap Machine Overview: correct answers >> -
Indications: acute COPD, cardiogenic pulmonary edema, early
hypoxemic failure in immunocompromised patients, obstructive
sleep apnea, and to prevent re-intubation
- Contraindications: apnea, cardiovascular instability or
hypotension, dysrhythmias, MI, claustrophobia, somnolence, high
aspiration risk, copious secretions, GI surgery, craniofacial
trauma, and burns
Endotracheal Intubation (ET): correct answers >> - Insertion
of endotracheal tube through the mouth or nose...preferred route
to reduce infections
- Indications: maintain airway, remove secretions, prevention
aspiration, and provide mechanical ventilation
Intubation Equipment: correct answers >> - Ambu Bag
connected to oxygen
- Laryngoscope & endotracheal tubes
- Suction equipment
- Ventilator
- Device or tape to secure ETT