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dalyningkenk

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on: Jul 18, 2018
Explain the importance of PPV (positive pressure ventilation).

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If a patient is to receive 1,500 ml of fluids over a 24-hour period, calculate the hourly drip rate.


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courtney_bruh

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Reply #1 on: Jul 18, 2018
Answer to Question 1

To assist normal breathing, to provide respiratory support, to maintain a stable flow of oxygen and anesthesia gas.

Answer to Question 2

The total volume (1,500) is divided by number of hours (24) to equal hourly drip rate of 62.5 ml


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Reply 2 on: Jul 18, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

alvinum

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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