Competency information
Details
Assess the patient’s suitability for the proposed investigation and obtain a blood gas sample suitable for the assessment of blood gas status using a recognised technique.
Considerations
- SOP for blood gas analysis.
- Common presenting conditions and pathological processes underlying the presentation of patients referred for blood gas analysis.
- Procedure and protocols for performing either arterial blood gases or an ear lobe capillary sample.
- Advantages and disadvantages of each technique.
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 4 | Outcome Perform a blood gas measurement and describe its clinical relevance. |