An easy method for interpreting the results of arterial blood gas analysis

Interpretation of acid-base disturbances is an essential skill for critical care nurses. Using the H model makes this process easy. When students and novice critical care nurses feel competent with certain skills, their confidence levels are greatly enhanced. One of us (K.M.K.) has been using the H...

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Published in:	Critical care nurse Vol. 21; no. 5; p. 49
Main Authors:	Kirksey, K M, Holt-Ashley, M, Goodroad, B K
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States 01-10-2001
Subjects:	Acidosis - diagnosis Acidosis, Respiratory - diagnosis Adolescent Adult Aged Alkalosis - diagnosis Alkalosis, Respiratory - diagnosis Arteries Blood Gas Analysis Female Humans Male Models, Biological
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Summary:	Interpretation of acid-base disturbances is an essential skill for critical care nurses. Using the H model makes this process easy. When students and novice critical care nurses feel competent with certain skills, their confidence levels are greatly enhanced. One of us (K.M.K.) has been using the H model for many years to teach students how to interpret the results of arterial blood gas analysis. The students are often amazed at how easy and fun the model makes learning a subject many perceive as complex.
ISSN:	0279-5442
DOI:	10.4037/ccn2001.21.5.49