An Increase in Peak Inspiratory Pressure (PIP)without an Increase in Plateau

question 36

Multiple Choice

An increase in peak inspiratory pressure (PIP) without an increase in plateau pressure (Pₚₗₐₜₑₐᵤ) is associated with which of the following?

• A) Increase in static compliance (Cs)
• B) Decrease in static compliance (Cs)
• C) Increase in airway resistance
• D) Decrease in airway resistance

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