Match the components of an ABG to the correct ranges (these are approximate ranges)

What does the acronym ROME stand for when interpreting ABGs? 

HCO₃ over 22 mEq/L indicates metabolic acidosis, which can be caused by DKA, kidney failure, or diarrhea, OR compensation for respiratory alkalosis.

PaCO₂  __________ 35 mmHg indicates the presence of respiratory alkalosis due to hyperventilation OR the respiratory system is compensating for metabolic acidosis.

pH=7.31 

PaCO2=15

HCO3=7

HCO₃ greater than 26 mEq/L indicates metabolic alkalosis, which can be caused by excess antacids, vomiting, nasogastric suctioning, OR compensation for respiratory acidosis.

pH on an ABG is a measure of how acidic or basic the blood is, which indicates whether acidosis or alkalosis is present. pH measures ___________________ concentration in the blood

On an ABG, the normal range is between 7.35 and 7.45.

pH values under 7.35 indicate _______________, while pH values over 7.45 indicate _______________ .

Separate your answers with a comma (example: one, two)

pH=7.47

PaCO2=18 

HCO3=13

HCO₃ is an important buffer in the blood, regulated by the ______________.

PaCO₂ _________ 45 mmHg indicates the presence of respiratory acidosis due to hypoventilation, OR the respiratory system is compensating for metabolic alkalosis.