You are caring for a mechanically ventilated patient. Flow i…
You are caring for a mechanically ventilated patient. Flow is 80, Peak Pressure 40, Pplat 20, VT 500, PEEP 5. The patient is orally intubated with a number 8.0 ET tube and is currently ventilated in PRVC mode. Calculate STATIC compliance:
Read DetailsThe “water seal” of a chest drainage system: I. works only w…
The “water seal” of a chest drainage system: I. works only when suction is used II. acts as a one-way valve preventing re-entry of air into the pleural space III. is only necessary if an “air-leak” is present IV. presents a resistance to exhalation
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A physician asks you to evaluate a 34-year old male post-operative patient for consideration of IPPB therapy. The clinical goal is to promote deep breathing. Which of the following data would be of most value in determining is IPPB therapy is needed?
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