FCCS FCCS Respiratory Management

Question 1

What tidal volume is recommended for lung-protective ventilation in ARDS patients?

Accepted Answer

6 mL/kg predicted body weight

Answer

Lung-protective ventilation in ARDS uses 6 mL/kg predicted body weight to minimize ventilator-induced lung injury.

Question 2

Which ventilator mode delivers a preset tidal volume regardless of airway resistance?

Accepted Answer

Volume Control Ventilation

Answer

Volume Control Ventilation delivers a preset tidal volume by adjusting pressure as needed, regardless of changes in airway resistance or compliance.

Question 3

What is the normal plateau pressure target in mechanically ventilated ARDS patients?

Accepted Answer

Less than 30 cmH2O

Answer

Plateau pressure should be kept below 30 cmH2O to reduce the risk of barotrauma in ARDS patients.

Question 4

High-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) therapy can deliver oxygen at flows up to what rate?

Accepted Answer

60 L/min

Answer

HFNC can deliver heated, humidified oxygen at flow rates up to 60 L/min, providing FiO2 near 1.0.

Question 5

Which parameter best indicates the need for intubation in a patient with respiratory failure?

Accepted Answer

Increasing work of breathing with fatigue despite therapy

Answer

Progressive respiratory muscle fatigue with increasing work of breathing indicates impending respiratory arrest requiring intubation.

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