What Probably Represents the Most Significant Problem While Performing Calorimetry

question 36

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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