The PaO₂ of a Mechanically Ventilated Patient Is 150 Mm

question 12

Multiple Choice

The PaO₂ of a mechanically ventilated patient is 150 mm Hg on 100% oxygen. If the PAO₂ is 675 mm Hg, what is the alveolar-arterial oxygen tension gradient? What is the estimated shunt if every 50 mm Hg difference approximates 2% shunt?

• A) 410 mm Hg, 12%
• B) 410 mm Hg, 16%
• C) 525 mm Hg, 21%
• D) 525 mm Hg, 33%

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