Arterial Blood Gas Quiz
This quiz looks at some of the background knowledge required to properly understand Arterial Blood Gas analysis as well as delving briefly into the history of such analysis. A list of references is included at the base of this page both to acknowledge the source of this information and also to allow further reading for anybody who wishes to research this fascinating area. The quiz was researched, compiled and placed on the web by Andrew Strong CNS.
The Quiz
References
- Aoyagi, T. 2003 'Pulse Oximetry: Its Invention, Theory and Future', Journal of Anesthesia, Vol 17, No 4, 259-266.
- Coombes, M. 2001 'Making Sense of Arterial Blood Gases', Nursing Times, Vol 97, No 27, 36-38.
- Horne,C. and Derrico,D. 1999 'Mastering ABGs, the art of arterial blood gas measurement', American Journal of Nursing, Vol 99, No 8, 26-33.
- West, J.B. 2004 'A Century of Pulmonary Gas Exchange' American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine' Vol 169, No 8, 897-901.