NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
PAEDIATRIC NURSING
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Question
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Which of the following may be a reason to order an ABG on a patient?
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The patient suddenly develops shortness of breath
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An asthmatic is starting to show signs of tiring
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A diabetic has developed Kussmaul respirations
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All of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Your doctor may ask for an arterial blood gas test to: Check for severe breathing and lung problems such as asthma, cystic fibrosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or obstructive sleep apnea. Check how treatments for your lung problems are working.
Detailed explanation-2: -Indications for ABG sampling include the following [2, 3] : Identification of respiratory, metabolic, and mixed acid-base disorders, with or without physiologic compensation, by means of pH ([H +]) and CO 2 levels (partial pressure of CO 2)
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