The doctor has ordered Zyloprim 0.3 gram orally twice a day. On hand are Zyloprim 100 milligram scored tablets. The nurse should give ________

Which biological tissue has the lowest specific heat capacity?

A) bone B) subcutaneous adipose tissue C) skin D) muscle

A 60 kg (132 lb) patient is being mechanically ventilated with the following settings: VC, A/C; VT 500 mL, respiratory rate 12/min, FIO2 1.00 and 10 cm H2O PEEP. The patient's peak airway pressure is 60 cm H2O and his SpO2 is 85%. A current chest x-ray shows diffuse bilateral infiltrates. Which of the following is the most appropriate action in order to reduce peak airway pressure?

A. Increase the frequency. B. Change to airway pressure release ventilation. C. Decrease the inspiratory time. D. Increase PEEP to 15 cm H2O.