In Most Weaning Protocols, What Minimum Blood Gas Parameters Are

question 23

Multiple Choice

In most weaning protocols, what minimum blood gas parameters are needed to start the process?

• A)PaO₂ greater than 70 mm Hg and PaCO₂ less than 50 mm Hg on FIO₂ less than 0.6 and PEEP less than 5 cm H₂O
• B)PaO₂ greater than 70 mm Hg and PaCO₂ less than 50 mm Hg on FIO₂ less than 0.4 and PEEP 5 cm H₂O or greater
• C)PaO₂ greater than 50 mm Hg and PaCO₂ less than 50 mm Hg on FIO₂ less than 0.6 and PEEP less than 10 cm H₂O
• D)PaO₂ greater than 70 mm Hg and PaCO₂ less than 70 mm Hg on FIO₂ less than 0.6 and PEEP 5 cm H₂O or greater

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