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Two patients, both in respiratory distress, present to yourhospital when you have only a single ventilator available. Each hasa history of emphysema and each wants “everything possible done.”Results of ABG testing of the first patient show PO2 = 68 mmHg,PCO2 = 58 mmHg, and HCO3– = 22 mEq/L. Results for the secondpatient are PO2 = 59 mmHg, PCO2 = 75 mmHg, and HCO3– = 38 mEq/L.All else being equal and based purely on ABG analysis, whichpatient should get the ventilator?

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Normal values for ABG analysis as below PO2 100mmHg75100mmHg PCO240mmHg3545mmHg HCO3 24 newL2228mEqL If the PO2 is below 60mmHg the    See Answer
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