AI Cannot Do That: Blood Gas Interpretation & Your Patient

CNMC Ped Pulmonology 11.15.24.pdf

Learning objectives:

• Explore the importance of correct interpretation acid-base status in managing patients

• Realize that different body systems respond at different times and correct defects to different extents but all to a limit 

• Learn that in metabolic disorders:

1. Base excess is the least reliable measure
2. AG is accurate once VD and unmeasured anions and cations are accounted for
3. Stewart-Fencl method promises more accuracy, insight into pathogenesis and likely prognosis

• Describe current strategies for collaboration and progress in this field