Author Question: Which of the following is considered a closed loop mode used for weaning from mechanical ... (Read 31 times)

bobypop · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

Which of the following is considered a closed loop mode used for weaning from mechanical ventilation?

a. Pressure support ventilation
b. Adaptive support ventilation
c. Continuous positive airway pressure
d. Intermittent mandatory ventilation

Question 2

The ACCP/SCCM/AARC task force recommends that a search for all possible causes that may be contributing to ventilator dependence be undertaken in patients who require mechanical ven-tilation for longer than ______ hours.

a. 12
b. 24
c. 48
d. 72

Joc · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
ASV is a patient-centered method of closed loop mechanical ventilation that increases or de-creases ventilatory support based on monitored patient parameters.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
This is the first recommendation for weaning a patient from mechanical ventilation established by the ACCP/SCCM/AARC task force.