Stop Fearing ABGs! Arterial Blood Gas Explained #MedicalStudent

Confused by Arterial Blood Gases ?🤯 You aren't alone. In this video, we break down the "Gold Standard" of ICU diagnostics using the Balance Scale method. From the safety of Allen's Test to interpreting complex Acid-Base disorders, here is the fast-track guide to saving patients, not just reading numbers. 📉 Quick Reference / Cheat Sheet: pH: 7.35 – 7.45 (Acid -Base) PaCO2 (Lungs): 35 – 45 mmHg (Respiratory) HCO3 (Kidneys): 22 – 26 mEq/L (Metabolic) In this video: 0:00 The Clinical Crisis 0:08 Allen's Test & The Procedure 0:40 The Balance Scale Concept 1:12 Case Study: Respiratory Acidosis Subscribe for weekly high-yield medical breakdowns! 🩺 #ABG #MedicalStudent #NursingSchool #ICU #Medicine #USMLE #NCLEX #ArterialBloodGas #RespiratoryTherapy #MedEd