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NguyenJ

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on: Jul 16, 2018
What is the normal gradient between PaCO2 and PETCO2?
 
  a. 3 to 5 mm Hg
  b. 5 to 10 mm Hg
  c. 10 to 15 mm Hg
  d. 15 to 20 mm Hg

Question 2

What is a normal end-tidal PETCO2 range?
 
  a. 30 to 38 mm Hg
  b. 35 to 43 mm Hg
  c. 38 to 46 mm Hg
  d. 42 to 50 mm Hg


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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
In healthy individuals, the PETCO2 averages 3 to 5 mm Hg less than the PaCO2, or between 35 and 43 mm Hg (approximately 5 to 6 CO2).

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
In healthy individuals, the PETCO2 averages 1 to 5 mm Hg less than the PaCO2, or between 35 and 43 mm Hg (approximately 5 to 6 CO2).


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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
:D TYSM

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