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ericka1

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on: Jul 16, 2018
What is the minimum ideal body weight for ventilating a pediatric patient with a Puritan Bennett 840 without the NeoMode option?
 
  a. 4 kg c. 6 kg
  b. 5 kg d. 7 kg

Question 2

There is a 3-L/min leak around the nasal prongs during nasal continuous positive airway pressure on the Maquet Servoi Ventilator. This will cause which of the following?
 
  a. Bias flow will drop to 7.5 L/min.
  b. Disconnect alarm will become active.
  c. Flow will automatically increase.
  d. Expiratory sensitivity will decrease.


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

ANS: D
Without the NeoMode option, this ventilator is designed for use with pediatric patients who have an ideal body weight of at least 7 kg.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
If a leak occurs around the prongs, the ventilator will automatically and immediately increase the flow available to maintain the pressure.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
:D TYSM

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
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