Davenport diagram: Evaluating the acid-base status
Channel: legroj
Date: 2023-01-22

A Davenport diagram is a graphical representation used to evaluate the acid-base status of a patient based on the measured levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) and bicarbonate (HCO3) in the blood. The diagram is divided into four quadrants, each representing a different acid-base disorder. The four quadrants are: metabolic acidosis, metabolic alkalosis, respiratory acidosis, and respiratory alkalosis. By plotting the CO2 and HCO3 values on the diagram, a clinician can quickly determine the type of acid-base disorder present and develop an appropriate treatment plan.