The Increased Work of Breathing Associated with Auto-Positive End Expiratory

question 5

Multiple Choice

The increased work of breathing associated with auto-positive end expiratory pressure (PEEP) during mechanical ventilation is due to:
1) Hyperinflation or impaired contractility of the diaphragm.
2) Large alveolar pressure drops required to trigger breaths.
3) Increased volume of the intrathoracic airways.

• A)1 and 2 only
• B)1 and 3 only
• C)2 and 3 only
• D)1, 2, and 3

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