What is the application of pressure above atmospheric at the airway throughout expiration during mechanical ventilation?
a. Positive end expiratory pressure (PEEP)
b. Pressure support ventilation
c. Continuous mandatory ventilation (CMV)
d. Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)
ANS: A
PEEP is the application of pressure above atmospheric pressure at the airway throughout expira-tion.
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