Multiple Choice
Which of the following is FALSE about continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) ?
A) It maintains alveoli at greater inflation volumes.
B) It holds airway pressure essentially constant.
C) It provides the pressure gradient needed for ventilation.
D) It has side effects similar to those of positive pressure ventilation.
Correct Answer:
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