Which of the following trigger levels is appropriate when setting a ventilator for flow triggering?

a. 9 to 11 L/min below baseline flow
b. 7 to 9 L/min below baseline flow
c. 4 to 6 L/min below baseline flow
d. 1 to 2 L/min below baseline flow

ANS: D
In general, for flow triggering the trigger flow should be set 1 to 2 L/min below baseline or bias flow.

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