A 1,200 ft³ patient-room exercise has 200 cfm total supply, including 40 cfm outdoor air. What are its total and outdoor-air change rates?
- A2 total ACH and 10 outdoor ACH.
- 10 total ACH and 2 outdoor ACH.
- C10 total ACH and 10 outdoor ACH.
- D12 total ACH and 2 outdoor ACH.
Where to look it up
https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/ventilation/faq/index.html
Why B is correct
Total ACH = 200 × 60 / 1,200 = 10; outdoor ACH = 40 × 60 / 1,200 = 2. Outdoor air is included in total supply, not added again. These values do not certify a healthcare-room requirement.
