A Patient Receiving Continuous Mandatory Ventilation in the Assist-Control Mode

question 26

Multiple Choice

A patient receiving continuous mandatory ventilation in the assist-control mode develops auto-PEEP. Which of the following changes in ventilatory patterns would you consider to minimize the effects of auto-PEEP in this patient?
1) Decreasing the rate or increasing V_T
2) Using low-rate synchronized intermittent mandatory ventilation
3) Decreasing the peak inspiratory flow
4) Lowering the V_T and letting the PaCO₂ rise

• A)2 and 4 only
• B)3 and 4 only
• C)1, 2, and 3 only
• D)1, 2, and 4 only

Understand the client's role in assessment and planning processes.

Understand the concept of net working capital and factors that influence its calculation.

Describe the difference between temporary and permanent working capital.

Identify and explain the components of net working capital.