What is the alveolar minute volume of a patient with a respiratory rate of 12 breaths/min, a tidal volume of 450 mL, and a dead space volume of 135 mL?
A) 3,650 mL
B) 3,780 mL
C) 4,260 mL
D) 5,400 mL
Answer: B) 3,780 mL
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