ARTERIAL BLOOD GAS INTERPRETATION NURSING 2026
EXAM 2
1. Question1 point(s)
In acid-base balance, the normal plasma PCO2 and bicarbonate levels are
disturbed. Match the changes in this parameter with the disorders in the given
choices: Low plasma PaCO2
A. Metabolic Acidosis
B. Respiratory Alkalosis
Correct
C. Metabolic Alkalosis
D. Respiratory Acidosis
Correct
Correct Answer: B. Respiratory Alkalosis
,Excessive pulmonary ventilation decreases hydrogen ion concentration and thus
causes respiratory alkalosis. It can become dangerous when it leads to cardiac
dysrhythmias caused partly by a decrease in serum potassium levels.
2. Question1 point(s)
In acid-base balance, the normal plasma PCO2 and bicarbonate levels are
disturbed. Match the changes in this parameter with the disorders in the given
choices: High plasma PaCO2
A. Metabolic Acidosis
B. Respiratory Alkalosis
C. Metabolic Alkalosis
D. Respiratory Acidosis
Correct
Correct
Correct Answer: D. Respiratory Acidosis
An excess of carbon dioxide (hypercapnia) can cause carbon dioxide narcosis. In
this condition, carbon dioxide levels are so high that they no longer stimulate
respirations but depress them.
, 3. Question1 point(s)
In acid-base balance, the normal plasma PCO2 and bicarbonate levels are
disturbed. Match the changes in this parameter with the disorders in the given
choices: Decreased plasma bicarbonate (HCO3-)
A. Metabolic Acidosis
Correct Answer
B. Respiratory Alkalosis
Incorrect
C. Metabolic Alkalosis
D. Respiratory Acidosis
Incorrect
Correct Answer: A. Metabolic Acidosis
The body compensates by using body fat for energy, producing abnormal
amounts of ketone bodies. In an effort to neutralize the ketones and maintain the
acid-base balance of the body, plasma bicarbonate is exhausted. This condition
can develop in anyone who does not eat an adequate diet and whose body fat
must be burned for energy. Symptoms include headache and mental dullness.
EXAM 2
1. Question1 point(s)
In acid-base balance, the normal plasma PCO2 and bicarbonate levels are
disturbed. Match the changes in this parameter with the disorders in the given
choices: Low plasma PaCO2
A. Metabolic Acidosis
B. Respiratory Alkalosis
Correct
C. Metabolic Alkalosis
D. Respiratory Acidosis
Correct
Correct Answer: B. Respiratory Alkalosis
,Excessive pulmonary ventilation decreases hydrogen ion concentration and thus
causes respiratory alkalosis. It can become dangerous when it leads to cardiac
dysrhythmias caused partly by a decrease in serum potassium levels.
2. Question1 point(s)
In acid-base balance, the normal plasma PCO2 and bicarbonate levels are
disturbed. Match the changes in this parameter with the disorders in the given
choices: High plasma PaCO2
A. Metabolic Acidosis
B. Respiratory Alkalosis
C. Metabolic Alkalosis
D. Respiratory Acidosis
Correct
Correct
Correct Answer: D. Respiratory Acidosis
An excess of carbon dioxide (hypercapnia) can cause carbon dioxide narcosis. In
this condition, carbon dioxide levels are so high that they no longer stimulate
respirations but depress them.
, 3. Question1 point(s)
In acid-base balance, the normal plasma PCO2 and bicarbonate levels are
disturbed. Match the changes in this parameter with the disorders in the given
choices: Decreased plasma bicarbonate (HCO3-)
A. Metabolic Acidosis
Correct Answer
B. Respiratory Alkalosis
Incorrect
C. Metabolic Alkalosis
D. Respiratory Acidosis
Incorrect
Correct Answer: A. Metabolic Acidosis
The body compensates by using body fat for energy, producing abnormal
amounts of ketone bodies. In an effort to neutralize the ketones and maintain the
acid-base balance of the body, plasma bicarbonate is exhausted. This condition
can develop in anyone who does not eat an adequate diet and whose body fat
must be burned for energy. Symptoms include headache and mental dullness.
