What Probably Represents the Most Significant Problem While Performing Calorimetry

question 31

Multiple Choice

What probably represents the most significant problem while performing calorimetry on a patient being mechanically ventilated?

• A)compensating for mechanical dead space
• B)leaks in the circuit
• C)volume compression during inspiration
• D)high PEEP levels

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