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burchfield96

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which of the following are advantages of using pressure-supported ventilation for weaning? 1. Guaranteed VT 2. Reduced work of breathing 3. Respiratory muscle fatigue prevented 4. Better patient comfort and synchrony
 
  a. 1 and 3 only
  b. 1, 2, and 3 only
  c. 3 and 4 only
  d. 2, 3, and 4 only

Question 2

Which of the following ventilator modes can ensure delivery of a preset VT during spontaneous breathing? 1. Volume support 2. Volume-assured pressure support 3. Mandatory minute ventilation
 
  a. 2 and 3 only
  b. 1 and 2 only
  c. 1 and 3 only
  d. 1, 2, and 3


jazzlynnnnn

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Volume-assured pressure support is similar to volume support in that a minimum preset tidal volume is maintained by means of automatic adjustment of the ventilator.


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