An amazing song by Vampire weekend :]] (Made for Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist). Lyrics: Ottoman couch, how handsome your furniture. Lovelier now, but dressed for a funeral.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Definition: Arterial blood gases (ABGs) are diagnostic tests performed on blood taken from an artery which contains oxygen and carbon dioxide. The Purpose of the ABG. ABGs measure how well the lungs can provide adequate oxygen to the body and subsequently remove carbon dioxide. Analysis of blood gases helps evaluate a person's respiratory and metabolic status. ABGs also measure blood pH and the integrity of the body's acid-base balance.
An arterial blood gas (ABG) test is done to: 1  Check for severe breathing problems and lung diseases, such as asthma, cystic fibrosis, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) . 2  See how well treatment for lung diseases is working. 3  Find out if you need extra oxygen or help with breathing (mechanical ventilation).