Which of the Following Changes Can Decrease "Breath Stacking" in a Mechanically

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following changes can decrease "breath stacking" in a mechanically ventilated patient?
1) A decreased ventilator rate
2) An increased inspiratory flow
3) A decreased expiratory time
4) A decreased mechanical tidal volume

• A)1 and 2
• B)3 and 4
• C)1, 2, and 4
• D)2, 3, and 4

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