Think you know ABGs? Let’s take your interpretation beyond the basics.
In this episode of My Favorite Learners, we’re breaking down arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation for SRNAs and CRNAs with a focus on understanding the physiology - not just memorizing which arrows go up and down.
We start with a systematic six-step approach to ABG interpretation, then move beyond identifying respiratory and metabolic acidosis and alkalosis into the concepts you need for boards and anesthesia practice.
We cover acid-base disorders, appropriate compensation, Winter’s formula, mixed acid-base disorders, anion gap metabolic acidosis, normal anion gap metabolic acidosis, albumin-corrected anion gap, base excess, and oxygenation.
We’ll also connect ABG interpretation to anesthesia-specific clinical scenarios including hypoventilation, one-lung ventilation, bronchospasm, pulmonary embolism, DKA, hemorrhagic shock, massive transfusion, septic shock, and tourniquet release.
Most importantly, we’re moving beyond asking, “What disorder is this?”
Instead, ask:
What is my patient’s physiology trying to tell me - and what do I need to do about it?
Perfect for SRNAs preparing for the NCE, nurse anesthesia students learning advanced ABG interpretation, and CRNAs looking for an acid-base review.
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