Q. So, , how would you interpret this blood gas result?

Think about:

  • If it is acidotic or alkalotic?
  • If there is a metabolic or a respiratory component to the result?
  • If there is an indication of infection present?

The lactate level suggests there may be associated problems.

Click on the correct interpretation of the blood gas to proceed:

Acid-Alkaline Scale
Respiratory Acidosis Respiratory Alkalosis
Metabolic Acidosis Metabolic Alkalosis

Incorrect - please view the data and try again.

Correct - you may now proceed, below!

Blood Gas Result

Arterial Sample
Time: 18:30

pH 7.2
pCO2 3.5 kPa
pO2 10 kPa
HCO3 16 mmols/L
Lactate 4.1 mmols/L

 

 
Normal Values

pH 7.35-7.45
pCO2 3.5-5.0 kPa
pO2 10.6-13.3 kPa
HCO3 24-32 mmols/L
Lactate 0.5-1.6 mmols/L

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