Question

In order to rinse the system of exhaled C02 and meet the inspiratory flow rate requirements of infants placed on B-CPAP, the flow rate of humidified gas should be set at:_________.

Answer 1

In order to rinse the system of exhaled CO2 and meet the inspiratory flow rate requirements of infants placed on B-CPAP, the flow rate of humidified gas should be set at:

A. 16 to 20 L/minute

B. 6 to10 L/minute

C. at least 15 L/minute

D. 11 to 15 L/minute

B. 6 to10 L/minute

Step-by-step explanation:

Bubble CPAP is a non-invasive, external ventilation technique used for newborn babies with infant respiratory distress syndrome (IRDS). Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is given to a spontaneously breathing newborn baby to preserve lung volumes during expiration