A Patient in the Subacute Care Unit Is Receiving NIV

question 8

Multiple Choice

A patient in the subacute care unit is receiving NIV with a PTV system,with an IPAP of 10 cm H₂O and an EPAP of 3 cm H₂O.The patient's latest arterial blood gas values reveal an increase in the PₐCO₂.The most appropriate action to take is which of the following?

• A) Increase the IPAP.
• B) Decrease the IPAP.
• C) Increase the EPAP and IPAP.
• D) Intubate and mechanically ventilate.

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