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NUR 108 ( LATEST 2024 / 2025 ) OXYGENATION | ALL Q&AS BRAND NEW GUARANTEED A++
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NUR 108 Oxygenation1. Oxygenation
Answer
The process of delivering oxygen to the body's tissues.
2. pH
Answer
The measurement of the acidity or alkalinity of blood, which should be between 7.35 and 7.45.
3. PaO2 partial pressure of oxygen
Answer
The partial pressure of oxygen in arterial blood, which should be between 80-100 mm Hg.
4. PaCO2 partial pressure of carbon dioxide
Answer
The partial pressure of carbon dioxide in arterial blood, which should be between 35-45 mm
Hg.
5. HCO3 (Bicarbonate)
Answer
The bicarbonate level in blood, which should be between 22-26 mEq/L.
6. SaO2
Answer
The percentage of hemoglobin saturated with oxygen in arterial blood, which should be
between 94-100%.
7. Apnea
Answer
,A temporary cessation of breathing.
8. Atelectasis
Answer
The collapse or closure of a lung or part of a lung.
9. Dyspnea
Answer
Difficulty or labored breathing.
10. Hypoxemia
Answer
Low oxygen levels in the blood.
11. Hypoxia
Answer
Inadequate oxygen supply to the body's tissues.
12. Hyperventilation
Answer
An increased rate and depth of breathing.
13. Hypoventilation
Answer
A decreased rate and depth of breathing.
14. Tachypnea
Answer
Rapid breathing.
15. Decreased O2 carrying capacity
, Answer
A reduced ability of blood to carry oxygen.
16. Hypovolemia
Answer
A decreased blood volume.
17. Increased Metabolic Rate
Answer
An elevated rate of energy consumption by the body.
18. O2 Carrier Hemoglobin Factors
Answer
Factors affecting the ability of hemoglobin to carry oxygen.
19. Anemia
Answer
A decreased number of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood.
20. Carbon Monoxide (CO) Inhalation
Answer
The inhalation of carbon monoxide, a toxic gas that binds to hemoglobin.
21. Decreased Inspired Oxygen Concentration
Answer
A reduction in the amount of oxygen inhaled.
22. Shock
Answer
A life-threatening condition caused by insufficient blood flow.
23. Peripheral vasoconstriction
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