During the anesthetic process, maintaining an adequate tidal volume in a patient ensures proper tissue profusion and ventilation. In general, what is a normal tidal volume for an anesthetic depressed patient?
A)6-14 mL/kg
B)30-45 mL/kg
C)15-20 mL/kg
D)8-12 mL/kg

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A tidal volume of 15-20 mL/kg is considered a normal range for an anesthetic depressed patient. Tidal volume is the volume of air displaced between inspiration and expiration. Controlling tidal volume is important to ensure adequate ventilation.

During the Anesthetic Process, Maintaining an Adequate Tidal Volume in a Patient