Which of the Following Is the Recommended Tidal Volume for Mechanical

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the recommended tidal volume for mechanical ventilation in a patient with ARDS who is in acute respiratory failure?

• A) 4 to 8 ml/kg
• B) 3 to 5 ml/kg
• C) 6 to 10 ml/kg
• D) 10 to 12 ml/kg

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