Endotracheal Tube (ETT) Depth and Tidal Volume Calculator ...
ETT position should still be verified with a chest radiograph among patients who will remain intubated for an extended period of time. Tidal volume: 6-8 mL/kg ideal body weight (IBW) is generally a safe initial setting, but further ventilator adjustment may be required depending on the adequacy of ventilation and airway pressures.