Table 1. Arterial Blood Gas Test Results 30 min After Intubation.
| Arterial blood gas | Result | Normal range |
|---|---|---|
| pH | 7.17 | 7.35 - 7.45 |
| PCO2 | 62.3 | 35.0 - 45.0 mm Hg |
| PO2 | 314.0 | 75.0 - 100.0 mm Hg |
| HCO3 | 22.1 | 23.0 - 28.0 mmol/L |
| O2 sat | 99.7% | 94-98% |
| FiO2 | 100% | |
| A-a gradient | 328.7 |