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SAVANNAHHOOPER23

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on: Jul 16, 2018
In which of the following disorders would an increased VD/VT ratio not be likely?
 
  a. Congestive heart failure
  b. Pulmonary embolism
  c. Acute lung injury
  d. Hypothalamus tumor

Question 2

What is the normal range for VD/VT?
 
  a. 0.10 to 0.20
  b. 0.20 to 0.40
  c. 0.30 to 0.50
  d. 0.40 to 0.55


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TheNamesImani

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Frequently the VD/VT ratio is increased in patients with congestive heart failure, pulmonary em-bolism, acute lung injury, or pulmonary hypertension and in patients undergoing mechanical ven-tilation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
In healthy persons who are sitting, the VD/VT ratio is 0.20 to 0.40.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Gracias!

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