The nurse is reviewing the results of a patient's pulmonary function studies. Which result indicates the patient's tidal volume is within normal limits?
a. 100 to 200 mL
b. 400 to 600 mL
c. 800 to 1100 mL
d. 1500 to 2000 mL
ANS: B
A normal tidal volume is 400 to 600 mL at rest. A. This is an extremely low tidal volume which might not be compatible with life. C. D. These values are extremely high and should be questioned for potential errors.
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