Acid base imbalance and ABG analysis
Concentration of Hydrogen ions in extracellular fluid is determined by ratio of bicarbonates to carbonic acid . The normal ratio is 20:1 , even when arterial blood gases are abnormal , if the ratio remains 20:1 , no imbalance will occcur . Types of acid base Imbalance 1. Respiratory Acidosis 2. Respiratory Alkalosis … Read more