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A patient being mechanically ventilated requires increasing PEEP for worsening ARDS. The order for PEEP is now at 20 cm of H2O. The nurse will need to contact the physician immediately if which condition develops?
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A stimulant found in coffee, tea, chocolate, and some medications, known for its effects on increasing alertness and reducing fatigue.
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Nervous System
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