Question 1
Per the Berlin definition of ARDS, what is the maximum PaO2/FiO2 ratio (on PEEP ≥5 cmH2O) consistent with the diagnosis?
Correct Answer:
300
Question 2
What initial tidal volume (mL/kg of predicted body weight) is recommended by the ARDSNet protocol for patients with ARDS?
Correct Answer:
6 mL/kg
Question 3
According to lung-protective ventilation guidelines, the plateau pressure should generally be kept below what threshold?
Correct Answer:
30 cmH2O
Question 4
The PROSEVA trial showed mortality benefit from prone positioning in severe ARDS when applied for at least how many hours per day?
Correct Answer:
16 hours
Question 5
Driving pressure (plateau pressure minus PEEP) below what value has been associated with improved survival in ARDS?
Correct Answer:
15 cmH2O
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Prepare with the IM-CCM Practice Questions - ABIM Internal Medicine-Critical Care Medicine Subspecialty Certification Exam practice quiz. This question bank includes 100 questions covering patient, shock, trial, recommended, and pressure. Use it to review important concepts, identify knowledge gaps, and build confidence for the related exam, course, or assessment.

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