Calculate the Pressure Required to Achieve a Tidal Volume of 400

question 30

Multiple Choice

Calculate the pressure required to achieve a tidal volume of 400 mL for an intubated patient with a respiratory system compliance of 15 mL/cm H₂O.

• A) 6 cm H₂O
• B) 26.7 cm H₂O
• C) 37.5 cm H₂O
• D) 41.5 cm H₂O

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