Which of the following is considered an acceptable tidal volume for mechanical ventilation?
a. 3 to 5 ml/kg
b. 5 to 7 ml/kg
c. 4 to 8 ml/kg
d. 8 to 10 ml/kg
ANS: B
The currently accepted VT for mechanical ventilation in acute respiratory failure is 4 to 8 ml/kg predicted body weight (PBW).
You might also like to view...
Which of the following statements regarding ophthalmic sutures is true?
A. Sutures are available in sizes 0 to 6–0. B. Single-armed sutures are used. C. Sutures should be handled as little as possible. D. Double-arm sutures are used to close puncture wounds.
What is included in the routine UA?
What will be an ideal response?
________ is a major concern of patients with mental illness because of the stigma and possible occupational repercussions if the condition were known
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
How is coinsurance defined?
A. a prepayment covering provider's services for a plan member for a specified period B. the periodic payment the insured is required to make to keep a policy in effect C. the percentage of each claim that the insured pays D. the amount that the insured pays on covered services before benefits begin