A Patient Is Intubated and Set Up on VC-CMV

question 2

Multiple Choice

A patient is intubated and set up on VC-CMV.After stabilization and suctioning of the ET tube,the peak inspiratory pressure (PIP) is 25 cm H₂O.The low pressure and high pressure alarms should be set at _____________ cm H₂O and _____________ cm H₂O,respectively.

• A) 5; 35
• B) 10; 30
• C) 12; 40
• D) 15; 35

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Definitions:

Defense Mechanisms

Psychological strategies brought into play by the unconscious mind to manipulate, deny, or distort reality in order to defend against feelings of anxiety and unacceptable impulses.

Unconscious Level

Mental processes that occur without conscious awareness or control.

Conscious Level

The degree of awareness an individual has about their surroundings, thoughts, feelings, and sensations at any given time.

Preconscious Level

Part of the mind that contains thoughts and feelings not currently in consciousness but can be readily brought to consciousness.