Multiple Choice
A chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patient receiving ventilatory support in the CMV assist-control mode at a rate of 14 and a VT of 750 ml exhibits clinical signs of air-trapping. Which of the following would you recommend to correct this problem?
I. Decrease “E” time.
II. Increase the inspiratory flow rate.
III. Decrease the assist-control rate.
A) I and II
B) I and III
C) II and III
D) I, II, and III
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