DR. CHINTAN DAVE 01 / 08 ABG CHEAT CODE The 'Mountain Method' for ABGs

1,2,4,5 is all you need to remember to understand respiratory compensation forever- it's the mountain method. And for simplicity and quick calculations, just remember that ALL metabolic compensation is 1:1. Because our respiratory system can change and adapt much faster than our kidneys, any primary metabolic change will have roughly a 1:1 change in bicarb and CO2. Didn't go into full details of reading an ABG, but this will get you most of the way there, help you figure out the primary and mixed processes, and whether there is compensation or not. So many residents and students confused compensation and throw that term around loosely and when I press them on it, they have no clue. Don't be that resident- save and learn this! And if you're still confused, comment below and I'Il help you understand. I shared as a carousel due to popular demand so it's easier to save and refer to quickly later. Would you prefer me making a video explaining it in real use case? #icu #criticalcare #internalmedicine #residency #medicaleducation