Which criteria related to measurements of PETCO₂ are used to determine sleep-disordered breathing in children?
A) PETCO₂ values of 8 mm Hg above baseline
B) PETCO₂ values of 12 mm Hg above baseline
C) PETCO₂ values of 40 mm Hg for at least 25% of total sleep time
D) PETCO₂ values of 45 mm Hg for at least 60% of total sleep time

Question

Which criteria related to measurements of PETCO₂ are used to determine sleep-disordered breathing in children?
A) PETCO₂ values of >8 mm Hg above baseline
B) PETCO₂ values of >12 mm Hg above baseline
C) PETCO₂ values of >40 mm Hg for at least 25% of total sleep time
D) PETCO₂ values of >45 mm Hg for at least 60% of total sleep time

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

For children,it has been suggested that PETCO₂ values of greater than 45 mm Hg for at least 60% of the total sleep time or PETCO₂ values greater than 13 mm Hg above baseline values indicate sleep-disordered breathing.

Which Criteria Related to Measurements of PETCO₂ Are Used to Determine