Which of the Following Is Likely to Increase the Likelihood

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is likely to increase the likelihood of damage to the tracheal mucosa?

• A)maintaining cuff pressures below 20 to 25 mm Hg
• B)using the minimal leak technique for inflation
• C)using a low-residual-volume, low-compliance cuff
• D)monitoring intracuff pressures every 1 to 2 hours

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