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June 2, 2020

By Phil Zeltzman, DVM, DACVS, CVJ, Fear Free Certified

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Question 1: What is the normal range for CO2 under anesthesia?
	65 to 75 mm Hg
	35 to 45 mm Hg
	0 to 15 mm Hg

Question 2: Which answer about capnography is incorrect?
	The shape of the capnography waveform can help determine the cause of respiratory distress
	A high CO2 reading (hypercapnea) means difficulty or insufficient breathing
	A low CO2 reading (hypocapnea) means difficulty or insufficient breathing

Question 3: Which answer about capnography is correct?
	Capnography paints a faster picture of respiratory status compared to pulse oximetry
	Pulse oximetry paints a faster picture of respiratory status compared to capnography
	Capnography and pulse oximetry paint a simultaneous picture of respiratory status