Winters’ formula is an equation used to calculate a patient’s expected PaCO2 (partial pressure of carbon dioxide) based on their arterial blood gas results. The formula is used to evaluate respiratory compensation in response to metabolic acidosis. This article...
Unfortunately, I have some painfully bad news. You will be required to do math in respiratory therapy school. I know, right? The agony. This includes learning the formulas and calculations that are provided here in this guide. However, I do have some good news as...
An oxygen tank is a pressurized metal container that holds oxygen in a gaseous form. They are made of seamless steel and are helpful in protecting, storing, and transporting oxygen for therapeutic use. However, oxygen tanks are not equipped with a built-in clock that...