The Primary Difference Between Pressure Support and CPAP Is

question 42

Multiple Choice

The primary difference between pressure support and CPAP is:

• A) CPAP only provides pressure during inspiration
• B) Pressure support augments spontaneous breaths with a set pressure
• C) CPAP unlike pressure support allows the clinician to set a baseline pressure
• D) Pressure support allows the clinician to set a rate

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