Q.1
In order for alveoli to remain open during positive pressure ventilation it is crucial to use...
High tidal volume
Positive End-Expiratory Pressure
Peak Flow Meter
A lot of oxygen
Q.2
A poor ventilation strategy can result in...
High SPO2 reading
Hypovolemia
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
ETCO2 of 35-45mmHG
Q.3
A safe but effective setting for starting PEEP is...
Zero (0)
5
10
30
Q.4
PIP is the peak inspiratory pressure of a breath that should start around_____ for a trauma patient requiring positive pressure ventilations
Zero (0)
10
30
50
Q.5
Ventilator-associated pneumonia, or VAP, can be prevented by
ensuring adequate tracheal tube cuff inflation to prevent aspiration
Adequate PIP and PEEP settings on a ventilator, if used
mouth hygiene measures such as mouth swabbing, brushing of teeth and regular suctioning
All of the above