Gas exchange
Topic: Anatomy & physiology
The diffusion of oxygen from the alveoli into pulmonary capillary blood, and of carbon dioxide in the other direction. Elastic alveolar walls give a large surface area for this exchange. Pneumonia, pulmonary edema and emphysema impair it, causing hypoxemia and hypercapnia. Monitor respiratory rate, saturation, mental status and arterial blood gases.
- Also known as:
- Alveolar gas exchange
- In Turkish:
- Gaz değişimi
What does Gas exchange mean?
Gas exchange is part of the Anatomy & physiology topic in nursing. Students meet it in class, on clinical placements and while preparing for exams.
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