Which of the Following Ventilatory Strategies Is Appropriate When Mechanically

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following ventilatory strategies is appropriate when mechanically ventilating a patient with ARDS?

• A)PEEP less than 15 cm H₂O and tidal volume (VT)between 8 and 10 mL/kg
• B)Peak inspiratory pressure (PIP)less than 40 cm H₂O and Pplateau less than 30 cm H₂O
• C)VT less than 6 mL/kg and Pplateau less than 30 cm H₂O
• D)A high or low level of PEEP and a VT between 8 and 10 mL/kg

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