Multiple Choice
During volume-controlled ventilation, a patient's peak inspiratory pressure has been increasing over the past 8 hours. What is the cause of this change?
A) Increasing airflow resistance or decreasing compliance
B) Decreasing airflow resistance or increasing compliance
C) Increasing airflow resistance
D) Decreasing compliance
Correct Answer:
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