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rlane42

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on: Jul 16, 2018
What initial tidal volume setting on the ventilator would be recommended for a 70-kg adult male with ARDS?
 
  a. 350 mL
  b. 420 mL
  c. 560 mL
  d. 700 mL

Question 2

What is the reason for the elevated risk of developing ARDS associated with massive blood transfusions?
 
  a. Shock (hypovolemia)
  b. Receiving the wrong blood type
  c. Fat emboli
  d. Blockages in pulmonary blood vessels

Question 3

A patient has a prolonged case of ARDS. What changes would be expected in the patient's alveolar cells?
 
  a. Multiplication of the type I cells
  b. Influx of macrophages
  c. Hyperplasia and swelling of the type II cells
  d. Development of emphysema


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jordangronback

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

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The suggested guideline for calculating the patient's tidal volume is to start at 8 mL/kg of ideal body weight (8 mL/kg  70 kg = 560 mL).

Answer to Question 2

Thanks for the answer, I sent you a PM for another one.

Answer to Question 3

This is awesome you took your the time to answer these questions. You have been so helpful.


rlane42

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Gracias!

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