The level of applied PEEP should be set at what point on the pressure-volume curve?
a. At the upper inflection point of the infla-tion curve.
b. Above the lower inflection point of the deflation curve.
c. At the peak inspiration point of the infla-tion curve.
d. Above the upper inflection point of the deflation curve.
ANS: D
The level of applied PEEP should be set 3-4 cm H2O above the upper inflection point of the de-flation limb of the P-V curve to help maintain an open lung.
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