Table 1
Arterial blood gases and acid–base balance
| Variable | Mean | SD | Range (0– 100%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| pH | 7.42 | 0.03 | 7.35 to 7.48 |
| PaO2 (kPa) | 9.95 | 1.21 | 6.55 to 12.10 |
| PaCO2 (kPa) | 5.57 | 0.80 | 4.16 to 9.63 |
 (mmol/L) | 26.2 | 2.11 | 21.50 to 33.30 |
| Base excess (mmol/L) | 2.08 | 2.41 | −3.5 to +10 |
Mean (SD) values for arterial blood gas measurement for the whole group, with range (0–100%).
PaCO2, arterial partial pressure of carbon dioxide; PaO2, arterial partial pressure of carbon dioxide.