A Mechanically Ventilated Patient Has a PaO₂ of 77 Mm

question 4

Multiple Choice

A mechanically ventilated patient has a PaO₂ of 77 mm Hg on 30% oxygen. What is the PaO₂/F_IO₂ (P/F) ratio value for this patient, and is it acceptable or unacceptable for the oxygenation criteria for ventilator weaning?

• A) 25.6, acceptable
• B) 25.6, unacceptable
• C) 256, acceptable
• D) 256, unacceptable

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