The Amount of Force Needed to Overcome Opposition to Airflow

question 36

Multiple Choice

The amount of force needed to overcome opposition to airflow in the lungs during mechanical ventilation is known as:

• A) peak pressure.
• B) airway pressure.
• C) maximal airway resistance.
• D) positive end-expiratory pressure.

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