A patient in the ICU presents with severe tachypnea and hypo…
A patient in the ICU presents with severe tachypnea and hypoxemia. The respiratory rate is 30 breaths/min. The following lab results are observed on approximately 50% O₂ via mask at sea level: PaO₂ 50 mmHg, PaCO₂ 30 mmHg, pH 7.51, and HCO₃⁻ 23 mEq/L. The patient is in distress but remains alert and able to follow instructions. What is the PAO2? ________ What is the P(A-a)O2 ________ What type of respiratory failure is this?