# ABGs NOW! Tic-Tac-Toe

> Interactive game and flashcards for learning arterial blood gas interpretation. (iPhone/iPad app by Bytewise Studios, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abgs-now-tic-tac-toe/id1554964061 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Bytewise Studios, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1496483402)
- Category: Medical, Education
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 153 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2021-02-24
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abgs-now-tic-tac-toe/id1554964061/reviews.md

## What is ABGs NOW! Tic?

ABGs NOW! Tic-Tac-Toe is a fun, interactive way to learn arterial blood gases!  It provides two modes, challenge and practice, that use helpful colors and icons to guide you through the tic-tac-toe method.  The app has three modes to help you in your mastery of ABGs interpretations.

Challenge Mode Features:

* Drag pieces to make Tic-Tac-Toe boards based on a given ABG outcome
* Score points for each correctly placed piece
* Misses result in decreased point values for the current interpretation
* Game is over when the timer expires.

Flash Card features:

* Flash card is presented with a random set of values to interpret.
* Tap card to reveal a detailed explanation of the correct answer.

Practice Mode Features:
* Drag and drop the ABG values to make a tic-tac-toe 
* Determine the cause
* Decide if there's any compensation

A final review gives you helpful feedback before going to the next problem.  It's that easy!  This app will not only save you time, but lots of scrap paper, too!

## Key features

- Tic-tac-toe learning method
- Challenge mode with scoring
- Practice mode with drag-and-drop
- Flashcards with detailed explanations
- ABG interpretation guidance
- Timed challenges

## Chart rankings

- #112 in Top Paid · Medical (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abgs-now-tic-tac-toe/id1554964061/reviews.md

### 1/5 — No Instructions

*2024-11-05*

I have never been so frustrated - this app is really useless with no direction - there is no rhyme or reason as to where you place the icons - ugh

## Frequently asked questions about ABGs NOW! Tic

### What is ABGs NOW! Tic-Tac-Toe?

ABGs NOW! Tic-Tac-Toe is a paid application designed to help users learn and practice arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation through interactive games and flashcards. It offers challenge and practice modes to reinforce understanding of ABG values and their causes.

### How does the challenge mode in ABGs NOW! Tic-Tac-Toe work?

In challenge mode, you'll drag pieces to form Tic-Tac-Toe boards based on given ABG outcomes. You score points for correct placements, with misses reducing your score for that interpretation. The game ends when the timer runs out.

### What are the flashcard features in ABGs NOW! Tic-Tac-Toe?

The flashcard feature presents users with random sets of ABG values to interpret. Tapping on a card reveals a detailed explanation of the correct answer, aiding in learning and review.

### What is the price of ABGs NOW! Tic-Tac-Toe?

ABGs NOW! Tic-Tac-Toe is a paid app, available for $0.99. This one-time purchase grants access to all its features for learning ABG interpretation.

### What devices is ABGs NOW! Tic-Tac-Toe compatible with?

ABGs NOW! Tic-Tac-Toe is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS users looking for a mobile solution to study ABG interpretation.

### What is the age rating for ABGs NOW! Tic-Tac-Toe?

The app has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for teenagers and adults. This rating indicates it contains content generally considered appropriate for this age group.

### How often is ABGs NOW! Tic-Tac-Toe updated?

The latest version of ABGs NOW! Tic-Tac-Toe is 1.1.60, last updated on April 27, 2022. While updates are not extremely frequent, the app is maintained by its developers.

### Does ABGs NOW! Tic-Tac-Toe have ads?

No, ABGs NOW! Tic-Tac-Toe does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it provides an ad-free learning experience for users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.60 — 2022-04-27

Updated settings menu user interface to provide a friendlier user experience.

### 1.1.51 — 2021-08-31

* NEW! Added flash card mode to aid in your ABG learning
* NEW! Added ability to switch the left and right displays (in settings menu)
* NEW! Added visual and auditory cues to alert player that challenge mode is ending.
* NEW! Added visual cue to alert player of incorrect game piece placement.
* FIX - Bonuses in challenge mode now appear more frequently.
* Addressed any additional program stability and optimizations.

### 1.1.43 — 2021-06-30

* Added a new challenge mode designed to test your ABG knowledge
* Bug fixes and general app optimizations

### 1.0.25 — 2021-03-07

Buttons are easier to press.
Changed uncompensated icon label from "NONE" to "UNCOMP"

### 1.0.22 — 2021-03-02

You now have ability to choose whether to drag values to columns or simply tap the value and then tap its corresponding column.

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