Arterial Blood Gases (Noun)
Meaning
Measurement of the pH level and the oxygen and carbon dioxide concentrations in arterial blood; important in diagnosis of many respiratory diseases.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- Arterial blood gases are crucial for assessing oxygenation and ventilation status in patients with respiratory failure.
- A test of arterial blood gases revealed abnormal pH levels and carbon dioxide concentrations, indicating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
- The nurse carefully collected a sample of arterial blood for gas analysis to determine the patient's acid-base status and oxygenation levels.
- By analyzing arterial blood gases, healthcare providers can diagnose conditions such as acute respiratory distress syndrome and monitor treatment effectiveness.
- An imbalance of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and pH in arterial blood gases often prompts further evaluation for respiratory and metabolic disorders.