Bedside Blood Gas Interpretation Online Course

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No-one (that I know of) denies that interpreting blood gases is a tricky business. It can easily send one's head into a spin. In this course we will put aside the complex physiology relating to acid base balance in the body. Although fascinating (to some) it can be often a barrier to entering the wonderful world of blood gases. When all is said and done we really want to be able to quickly view a set of blood gases and come to a rapid (and accurate) conclusion that will aid our immediate clinical care of the patient.
This course explores the following topics:

• 1. Basic Principles
• 2. Blood Gas Patterns in Acid Base Disorders
• 3. The Body Fights Back : Compensation in Acid Base Disorders
• 4. Respiratory Compensation in Metabolic Disorders
• 5. Renal Compensation in Respiratory Acid Base Disorders
• 6. Toward the Climax of the Blood Gas Drama
• 7. Respiratory Acidosis - Acute, Chronic or Mixed Disorder ?
• 8. Differential Diagnosis of Acid Base Disorders
• 9. The Ultimate Acid Base Experience !