Author Question: The maximum percent leak that may be allowed around a cuffless endotracheal tube is which of the ... (Read 27 times)

Yi-Chen · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

The maximum percent leak that may be allowed around a cuffless endotracheal tube is which of the following?

a. 6
b. 12
c. 19
d. 25

Question 2

The number of time constants for almost complete equilibration of alveolar pressure in a normal infant's lungs is___________.

a. 1-3
b. 2-4
c. 3-5
d. 4-7

kaylee05 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Most clinicians consider small leaks (<20) acceptable and even desirable as an added safety pressure-release site and as assurance that no significant inflammation is present around the tube.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Nearly complete equilibrium of alveolar pressures occurs in 3-5 time constants in infant lungs with normal mechanics.