According to the authors' experiences, which mode of mechanical ventilation has met the needs of their patients with neuromuscular disease?
A. APRV
B. PRVC
C. PC-IRV
D. NPPV
ANS: A
A. Correct response: SIMV was the preferred mode in many reports in the older literature. Larger tidal volumes (10 to 15 ml/kg) have traditionally been used to maintain patient comfort, and may be acceptable as long as plateau pressure remains below 30 cm H2O. APRV has shown to be effective in providing patient comfort and preventing atelectasis and pneumonia in this patient population.
B. Incorrect response: See explanation A.
C. Incorrect response: See explanation A.
D. Incorrect response: See explanation
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