| Ideal or predicted body weight (IBW or PBW), kg | ||
|---|---|---|
| Gender | Equations | Comments/recommendations |
|
50 + 0.91 x (height – 152.4 cm). | VT: 6 to 8ml of IBW in general. |
|
45.5 + 0.91 x (height – 152.4 cm). | < 6ml/kg in ARDS. |