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One Quick Question: How Can I Document ABGs with a Fishbone Diagram? – Video
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- Use a fishbone diagram to document ABGs.
- The first bone represents pH, and the standard range is between 7.35 and 7.45.
- The second bone represents the PaCO2, and the standard range is 35-45 mm Hg.
- The third bone represents the PaO2, and the standard range is 80-90 mm Hg.
- The fourth bone represents bicarbonate levels, and the standard range is 22-26 mEq/L HCO3.
- The fifth bone represents hemoglobin saturation which should be greater than 95% O2 saturation.
- The final bone represents the base excess, and the standard range is -2 to +2.
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