A Mechanically Ventilated Patient with COPD Is Receiving Partial Ventilatory

question 14

Multiple Choice

A mechanically ventilated patient with COPD is receiving partial ventilatory support with PSV.The respiratory therapist notes a sudden rise at the end of each breath on the pressure-time graphic.What action should the respiratory therapist take at this time?

• A) Change the mode to PRVC.
• B) Change the mode to VC-CMV.
• C) Lower the flow cycle setting.
• D) Adjust the pressure support level.

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