To stabilize a patient during the initial application of ...

[Pea0909berry]

To stabilize a patient during the initial application of ventilatory support, which of the following parameters must be set? 1. Airway temperature 2. Ventilatory support mode 3. O2 concentration (FiO2) 4. Minute ventilation (f, VT)
 
  a. 1 and 3 only
  b. 1, 2, and 3 only
  c. 2, 3, and 4 only
  d. 1, 2, 3, and 4

Question 2

Which of the following is an advantage of Pressure Control Ventilation?
 
  a. Higher mean airway pressure can decrease venous return.
  b. VT varies depending on lung compliance, resistance, and patient effort.
  c. Improved gas distribution allows for lower VT.
  d. If VT or minute ventilation alarms are not set properly, alveolar hypoventilation and acidosis may not be detected.

[nikmaaacs]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Box 48-3 summarizes key decisions that must be made as a part of initial ventilator setup.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Box 48-5 summarizes the Advantages and Disadvantages of Pressure Control Ventialtion.