ABG Interpretation Summary by CEUfast, Inc.

ABG Interpretation Summary is organized by CEUfast, Inc.. This course has been approved for a maximum of 2 Contact Hours.

Last Updated: 1/11/2023
This course will be updated or discontinued on or before Sunday, November 5, 2023

Outcomes
The purpose of this course will be to provide an overview of arterial blood gas interpretation, raise awareness and understanding of the various aspects of arterial blood gases, and to provide a comfort level with the care of the patient by increasing the knowledge base.

Objectives
After completion of this course, the learner will:

• List the steps in obtaining an arterial blood gas sample
• Compare and contrast metabolic acidosis, metabolic alkalosis, respiratory acidosis, and respiratory alkalosis
• Discuss the causes of metabolic acidosis and alkalosis
• Discuss the causes of respiratory acidosis and alkalosis
• Identify the role of the arterial blood gas in a trauma assessment