Question 1 You are presented with the following patient arte…
Question 1 You are presented with the following patient arterial blood gas (ABG) results: Analyte Value Reference Range pH 7.25 7.35 – 7.45 PaCO2 55.8 mmHg 35 – 45 mmHg PaO2 71 mmHg 75 – 100 mmHg HCO3- 28.1 mmol/L 22 – 26 mmol/L SO2 91% >96% Determine the primary acid-base disorder based on the given ABG values, providing a concise explanation of the biochemical mechanisms underlying these observations (30%). Explain the causes that could disrupt arterial blood gas levels and the disorders of acid/base status that can occur (40%). Explain and evaluate the biochemical testing methods used to perform arterial blood gas analysis (30%).