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newyorker26

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Which of the following modes are commonly seen on noninvasive ventilators? 1. Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) 2. Spontaneous (pressure assist) 3. Pressure assist 4. Volume control
 
  a. 1 and 3 only
  b. 1, 2, and 3 only
  c. 3 and 4 only
  d. 2, 3, and 4 only

Question 2

What mode of ventilation is most often used for noninvasive ventilation (NIV) when a critical care ventilator is in use?
 
  a. Pressure support ventilation (PSV)
  b. Continuous positive airway pressure
  c. Intermittent mandatory ventilation
  d. Control



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Modes on noninvasive ventilators usually include CPAP, pressure support (spontaneous), and pressure assist/control (timed).

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The mode of ventilation most used for NIV on intensive care unit ventilators is PSV.



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