Fundamentals of Critical Care Support (FCCS) Exam Prep (Latest 2023/ 2024 Update) Complete with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct

Fundamentals of Critical Care Support (FCCS) Exam Prep (Latest 2023/ 2024 Update) Complete with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct Q: Most common pathogens for meningitis? Answer: Neisseria and Strep Pneumoniae Q: Most common pathogen in severe community-acquired PNA? Answer: S. Pneumoniae Q: Pathogens commonly associated with hospital-acquired PNA? Answer: Gram-negative & S. Aureus Q: Necrotizing soft-tissue infections require Answer: surgical debridement and antimicrobial therapy immediately Q: What is the minimum pH patients will tolerate Answer: 7.20 Q: What is normal tidal volume Answer: 6-8ml/kg of IBW Q: What is normal minute ventilation? Answer: 7,000-8,000 Q: Normal inspiratory time in adult Answer: 1 sec, COPD -> up to 3 seconds Q: Normal expiration time Answer: 2 seconds Q: Minute ventilation equation Answer: MV = RR x TV Q: Where should the ETT terminate on the chest XR? Answer: 2-6cm above the carina (below the clavicle, above the heart) Q: What is the optimal peak inspiratory pressure on the ventilator? Answer: < 35mmHg Q: What is the optimal plateau pressure on the ventilator? Answer: < 30 mmHg Q: What is the best indicator of alveolar trauma? Answer: Plateau pressure Q: What are the consequences of Auto-PEEP Answer: Increased inspiratory pressure, hypotension, worsened oxygenation Q: What interventions can you attempt to avoid auto-PEEPing? Answer: