The nurse is caring for a client with an endotracheal tube who is on a ventilator. When assessing the client, the nurse knows to maintain what cuff pressure to maintain appropriate pressure on the tracheal wall?
A) Between 10 and 15 mm Hg
B) Between 15 and 20 mm Hg
C) Between 20 and 25 mm Hg
D) Between 25 and 30 mm Hg
Ans: B
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Complications can occur from pressure exerted by the cuff on the tracheal wall. Cuff pressures should be maintained between 15 and 20 mm Hg.
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