What Mode of Ventilation Is Most Often Applied to the Intensive

question 61

Multiple Choice

What mode of ventilation is most often applied to the intensive care unit patient needing mechanical ventilation?

• A)pressure-supported ventilation
• B)pressure-controlled ventilation
• C)assist-control or synchronized intermittent mandatory ventilation (SIMV)
• D)control mode

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