Acid–Base Balance, ABG Interpretation, and Clinical Nursing Care | Chapter 9 from Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-PN Examination (7th Edition)
Acid–Base Balance, ABG Interpretation, and Clinical Nursing Care | Chapter 9 from Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-PN Examination (7th Edition) Welcome to Chapter 9 of the Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-PN Examination (7th Edition) by Linda Anne Silvestri and Angela E. Silvestri. Acid–base balance is a cornerstone of clinical nursing, affecting every body system and requiring sharp lab interpretation and critical thinking skills. This chapter provides all the tools you need for success on the NCLEX-PN and safe, effective patient care. Watch the comprehensive video summary below, and subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for every NCLEX-PN chapter review: Understanding Acid–Base Balance: The Foundations Hydrogen ions (H+): Central to acid–base balance and pH regulation. Acids and bases: Acids donate H+; bases accept H+ in the body’s chemical reactions. Buffer systems: Hemoglobin, bicarbonate, phosphate, and plasma proteins minimize pH fluctu...