The Pressure Manometer In-Line with a Bubble CPAP Setup Is

question 32

Multiple Choice

The pressure manometer in-line with a bubble CPAP setup is reading higher than the depth of the expiratory limb in the liquid-filled bottle.This is most likely caused by which of the following?

• A) Set flow rate above 5 L/min
• B) Set flow rate below 5 L/min
• C) Fluid in the inspiratory line
• D) Improperly placed manometer

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