You have intubated a 5-year-old girl with a suspected head injury. You note that the patient is exhibiting signs of herniation. What is the desired range for this patient's end-tidal CO2?
A) 35 to 40
B) 30 to 35
C) 25 to 30
D) 40 to 45
B
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