ABG Analysis Quiz Form
Test your knowledge of arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis with this concise 10-question quiz. Please answer each question to the best of your ability.
What is the normal pH range for arterial blood?
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7.35 - 7.45
7.25 - 7.35
7.45 - 7.55
7.15 - 7.25
Which of the following best describes respiratory acidosis?
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Low pH, high PaCO₂
High pH, low PaCO₂
Low pH, low HCO₃⁻
High pH, high HCO₃⁻
A patient’s ABG shows: pH 7.30, PaCO₂ 55 mmHg, HCO₃⁻ 24 mEq/L. What is the most likely diagnosis?
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Respiratory acidosis
Metabolic acidosis
Respiratory alkalosis
Metabolic alkalosis
Which value reflects metabolic compensation for respiratory acidosis?
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Increased HCO₃⁻
Decreased HCO₃⁻
Decreased PaCO₂
Increased PaCO₂
Select all possible causes of metabolic alkalosis.
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Vomiting
Diuretic use
Chronic diarrhea
Excessive antacid intake
What is the normal range for arterial PaCO₂ (in mmHg)?
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35 - 45
45 - 55
25 - 35
55 - 65
A patient’s ABG shows: pH 7.48, PaCO₂ 32 mmHg, HCO₃⁻ 22 mEq/L. What is the most likely interpretation?
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Respiratory alkalosis
Metabolic acidosis
Metabolic alkalosis
Respiratory acidosis
Briefly explain the steps you would take to interpret an ABG result.
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On a scale of 1 to 5, how confident are you in analyzing ABG results?
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Not confident
1
2
3
4
Very confident
5
1 is Not confident, 5 is Very confident
What is the primary buffer system in the blood for maintaining acid-base balance?
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Bicarbonate buffer system
Phosphate buffer system
Protein buffer system
Hemoglobin buffer system
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