A Ventilator Mode That Delivers a Preset Volume and Is

question 15

Multiple Choice

A ventilator mode that delivers a preset volume and is time triggered best describes:

• A) volume control-continuous mechanical ventilation (VC-CMV).
• B) pressure control-continuous mechanical ventilation (PC-CMV).
• C) bilevel positive airway pressure (BiPAP).
• D) continuous mechanical ventilation.

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Definitions:

Rh-Positive

Refers to the presence of the Rh factor on the red blood cells; an individual with Rh-positive blood type can receive Rh-positive or Rh-negative blood.

Rh-Negative

A blood type classification indicating the absence of the Rh factor, a protein present on the surface of red blood cells, which can affect pregnancy and blood transfusions.

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

A cluster of symptoms shown by children of women who drank heavily during pregnancy, including characteristic facial features and intellectual disabilities.

Sex-Linked Abnormality

A genetic condition determined by genes located on the sex chromosomes (typically the X chromosome), affecting males or females disproportionately.