ABG Assessment / Step-by-Step Approach

🩺 ABG Assessment / Step-by-Step Approach | Study Card / Flashcard

This study card on arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation provides a clear and structured step-by-step approach for nursing students and healthcare professionals.

ABG analysis is used to assess a patient’s acid–base balance, oxygenation, and ventilation. It helps identify respiratory or metabolic disorders such as acidosis or alkalosis and supports clinical reasoning in acute care settings.

The step-by-step approach guides you through systematically analyzing pH, pCO₂, HCO₃⁻, and oxygenation, allowing you to quickly and accurately interpret abnormalities and determine appropriate clinical actions.

This card is ideal as a quick reference during clinical placements, emergency care, or exam preparation, helping you act in a structured and safe way in complex clinical situations 🩺