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[smoosie_07]

why would a doctor order abg's on room air opposed as opposed to with supplemental 02?:uhoh21:

[joprasklpn]

probably to get a baseline. (but I am not sure about that)

[Tweety, BSN, RN]

Agree with the above. It gives a true picture of hypoxia and other information. The patient would also need a baseline room air ABG to qualify for home oxygen therapy.

[TheCommuter, BSN, RN]

probably to get a baseline. (but I am not sure about that)

Agree with the above. It gives a true picture of hypoxia and other information. The patient would also need a baseline room air ABG to qualify for home oxygen therapy.

Thanks to both of you. I am always learning something new on a daily basis! :)