What is the recommended range for the tidal volume for the initial ventilator settings in the vol-ume control mode in a patient with normal lungs?
a. 4 to 6 ml/kg
b. 6 to 8 ml/kg
c. 10 to 12 ml/kg
d. 12 to 15 ml/kg
ANS: B
Tidal volume of 6 to 8 ml/kg of ideal body weight.
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