As the amount of O2 that dissolves in the plasma increases, what is it directly proportional to?

Which of the following increases the affinity of Hb for O2?1. Decreased 2,3-DPG2. Decreased PCO23. Increased pH4. Increased temperature

Manipulation of breathing that arises from the central chemoreceptors due to varying levels of hydrogen ions occurs where anatomically:

Lungs that have a greater ease of filling on inspiration are said to have ____.   

Ms. Baker is a 5’2” patient under respiratory care services. What is her anatomical deadspace?

Interpret this ABG:pH – 7.25PaCO2 – 65 mmHgHCO3 – 24 mEq/LBE/BD – (+1)

Interpret this ABG:pH – 7.25PaCO2 – 65 mmHgHCO3 – 24 mEq/LBE/BD – (+1)

Indications for an arterial blood gas is/are:I. Need to assess oxygenation of the bloodII. Need to assess the acid/base balance of the bodyIII. Need to assess the coagulation of the bloodIV. Need to assess the patient’s response to therapy

Interpret this ABG:pH – 7.30PaCO2 – 28 mmHgHCO3 – 18 mEq/LBE/BD – (-4)

The buffer of acids that exist in the body is: