Which of the following tidal volume range would you recommend for an infant with severe ARDS?
a. 3 to 4 ml/kg
b. 4 to 5 ml/kg
c. 6 to 7 ml/kg
d. Greater than 8 ml/kg
ANS: B
Tidal volumes greater than 8 ml/kg are likely to over stretch the lung, resulting in acute lung inju-ry and should be avoided. Patients with severe ARDS may require even lower tidal volumes in the rate of 4 to 5 ml/kg.
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