To reduce the risk of tracheal damage associated with overinflated tube cuffs, cuff pressures should not exceed what range of pressures?
a. 10-15 mm Hg
b. 15-20 mm Hg
c. 20-25 mm Hg
d. 25-30 mm Hg
ANS: C
Intracuff pressures should not exceed 20-25 mm Hg (27-34 cm H2O).
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