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JMatthes

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which of the following is the current recommendation for adding humidity while using noninva-sive ventilation (NIV)?
 
  a. It is never recommended.
  b. It is recommended for short-term applica-tion (<1 day).
  c. It is recommended for long-term applica-tion (>1 day).
  d. It is always recommended.

Question 2

What is the recommended initial setting for positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) when deliv-ering noninvasive ventilation in the pressure triggered timed mode?
 
  a. 2 to 5 cm H2O
  b. 5 to 8 cm H2O
  c. 8 to 12 cm H2O
  d. 12 to 20 cm H2O


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

ANS: C
Because the upper airway is not bypassed during NIV, the current recommendation is no humid-ity for short-term applications (<1 day).

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The vast majority of patients only require PEEP levels of 5 to 8 cm H2O.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Gracias!

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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