Author Question: Which of the following is considered a normal spontaneous tidal volume? a. 3 to 5 ml/kg b. 5 to ... (Read 20 times)

darbym82 · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

Which of the following is considered a normal spontaneous tidal volume?

a. 3 to 5 ml/kg
b. 5 to 7 ml/kg
c. 7 to 9 ml/kg
d. 10 to 12 ml/kg

Question 2

Which of the following is the recommended tidal volume for mechanical ventilation in a patient with ARDS who is in acute respiratory failure?

a. 4 to 8 ml/kg
b. 3 to 5 ml/kg
c. 6 to 10 ml/kg
d. 10 to 12 ml/kg

memslove · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
A normal spontaneous tidal volume is approximately 5 to 7 ml/kg.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The currently accepted tidal volume for mechanical ventilation in acute respiratory failure is 4 to 8 ml/kg for patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS).