Calculate the inspiratory time (TI) when a ventilator is set at a tidal volume (VT) of 800 mL and a constant flow rate of 40 L/min
a. 0.02 second
b. 0.5 second
c. 1.2 second
d. 3.2 seconds
ANS: C
Inspiratory Time (TI) = Tidal Volume (VT)/Minute Ventilation (VE) (convert L/min to L/sec first).
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