Multiple Choice
Use this figure to compute the static compliance (Cs) for an intubated patient with an exhaled tidal volume (Vᴛ) of 500 mL.
A) 14 mL/cm H₂O
B) 20 mL/cm H₂O
C) 33 mL/cm H₂O
D) 50 mL/cm H₂O
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