Assessing the outcome of PEEP at levels set above 15-20 cm H2O is best done using which of the following?
a. Static compliance measurements
b. Pressure-volume loop graphics
c. Pulmonary artery occlusion pressure
d. Central venous pressure measurements
ANS: C
At pressures above 15-20 cm H2O, the compliance measurement is not a good indicator of cardi-ovascular function, and monitoring of the pulmonary artery pressure may be indicated.
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