when do an abg is compensated
Report Abuse. if the pH of the ABG is within normal (7.35-7.45) then it is fully compensated. If the pH is not normal, check the HCO3 levels. If the HCO3 level has dropped or changed, then the body is just beginning to compensate hence partial compensation.eport Abuse. if the pH of the ABG is within normal (7.35-7.45) then it is fully compensated. If the pH is not normal, check the HCO3 levels. If the HCO3 level has dropped or changed, then the body is just beginning to compensate hence partial compensation.