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The abnormalities are:

• low pH
• low PaCO₂
• high PaO₂
• low bicarbonate
• very negative base excess

Is the PaO₂ appropriate for a patient receiving oxygen 10L/min via a non-rebreathing mask?

To remind you:

• PaCO₂ 3.5 kPa
• PaO₂ 27.13 kPa

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