Identification of pH Disturbances on the ABG

Identification of pH Disturbances on the ABG is organized by Acadoodle.

Release date: 30-JUL-2023
Expiration date: 30-JUL-2026

Overview:
Based on the underlying causative mechanism, acid-base disturbances are divided into one of four categories. In this course, we teach you a simple method to recognise and categorize acid-base disturbances detected on the arterial blood gas (ABG).  We explain the meaning of the terminology used in this field. We explain the definition of ‘metabolic’ acid-base disturbances and ‘respiratory’ acid-base disturbances. We teach you how to distinguish between metabolic and respiratory pH disorders. In the quiz, we give you the opportunity to apply what you have learned to clinical cases. In recent years, the venous blood gas (VBG) has emerged as a useful alternative to the ABG in the management of metabolic disorders. We teach you how values relevant to pH disturbances reported on a VBG compare to values measured on an ABG.

Learning Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this activity, you will be able to:

• Explain the difference between metabolic and respiratory pH disturbances on the ABG
• Identify and categorize acid-base disturbances on the ABG
• Use appropriate terminology in the description of an acid-base disturbance on the ABG
• Identify clinical situations in which a VBG can be used in place of an ABG to analyse an acid-base disturbance
• Interpret the clinical significance of the acid-base related parameters reported on a VBG

Course Content:

• Introduction
• Important Terminology in pH Disturbances
• Acids & Bases
• Acids & Bases in the Body
• Identification of pH Disturbances
• Two Important Caveats
• Too Simple?
• Quiz
• Essential Reading