Question

Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding pressure-supported ventilation?

a.It is patient triggered, pressure limited, and flow cycled.
b.It can reduce the work of breathing during intermittent mandatory ventilation mode.
c.The usual range is 10 to 15 cm H2O.
d.It is recommended for use in most patients in the synchronized intermittent mandatory ventilation (SIMV) mode.

Answer 1

Pressure-supported ventilation is a mode of mechanical ventilation that assists patients in initiating their breaths. The statement that is NOT true regarding pressure-supported ventilation is that it is recommended for use in most patients in the synchronized intermittent mandatory ventilation (SIMV) mode.

Step-by-step explanation:

Pressure-supported ventilation is a mode of mechanical ventilation used in patients who are able to initiate their own breaths but need assistance to overcome the work of breathing. The statement that is NOT true regarding pressure-supported ventilation is d. It is recommended for use in most patients in the synchronized intermittent mandatory ventilation (SIMV) mode.

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