A Patient with Central Sleep Apnea Uses a Nasal Mask

question 22

Multiple Choice

A patient with central sleep apnea uses a nasal mask with NIV at night.The patient complains of nasal congestion.What action should the respiratory therapist take?

• A) Reduce the EPAP.
• B) Add a heated humidifier.
• C) Switch to a mouthpiece.
• D) Add a heat/moisture exchanger.

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