Which of the following measurements may be helpful in the assessment of recovery during ECLS?
A. activated clotting times less than 200 seconds
B. dynamic compliance of 0.8 ml/cm H2O or greater
C. oxygenation index of less than 40
D. PEEP of 10 cm H2O or less
ANS: B
A. Incorrect response: See explanation B.
B. Correct response: Measurement of dynamic compliance may be helpful in the assessment of recovery from ECLS. A dynamic compliance of 0.8 ml/cm H2O or greater has predicted successful discontinuation of ECLS. Successful weaning from ECLS has occurred at lower dynamic compliance values.
C. Incorrect response: See explanation B.
D. Incorrect response: See explanation B.
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