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darbym82

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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


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memslove

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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).


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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Gracias!

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