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ts19998

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on: Jul 16, 2018
What is the upper limit for plateau airway pressure that is recommended during mechanical ven-tilation?
 
  a. Less than 28 cm H2O
  b. 30 to 40 cm H2O
  c. 40 to 50 cm H2O
  d. Depends on the patient

Question 2

Which of the following are causes of increased airway resistance? 1. Small endotracheal tube 2. High gas flow 3. Increased secretions 4. Frequent suctioning
 
  a. 1 and 3 only
  b. 1, 2, and 3 only
  c. 3 and 4 only
  d. 2, 3, and 4 only


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krakiolit

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

ANS: A
The Pplat ideally should not exceed 28 cm H2O because elevated Pplat increases the likelihood of developing ventilator-induced lung injury.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B


ts19998

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Gracias!

jomama

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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