When preparing to provide positive pressure ventilation to a child, what will be an acceptable tidal volume if the child weighs 22 kg?

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The appropriate tidal volume for a child is 6-8 mL per kg of body weight. Therefore, for a 22 kg child, the appropriate tidal volume would be:
6 x 22 = 132 mL (minimum)
8 x 22 = 176 mL (maximum)
Therefore, an acceptable tidal volume for a 22 kg child would be within this range, which option B (154 mL) falls into.

When Preparing to Provide Positive Pressure Ventilation to a Child