In Which of the Following Patients Is Positive End Expiratory

question 19

Multiple Choice

In which of the following patients is positive end expiratory pressure (PEEP) most indicated? FiO₂ PaO₂

• A) 0.3 80 mm Hg
• B) 0.5 80 mm Hg
• C) 0.3 50 mm Hg
• D) 0.5 50 mm Hg

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