Following intubation on volume-controlled continuous mandatory ventilation, a patient's peak inspiratory pressure is 26 cm H2O after suctioning. Which settings for the low- and high-pressure alarms are appropriate?

• A. Low Pressure = 18 cm H2O; High Pressure = 32 cm H2O
• B. Low Pressure = 22 cm H2O; High Pressure = 34 cm H2O
• C. Low Pressure = 20 cm H2O; High Pressure = 36 cm H2O
• D. Low Pressure = 24 cm H2O; High Pressure = 38 cm H2O

Answer: (C)