When using pressure as the trigger variable, where do you typically set the trigger level?

a. 0.5 to 1.5 cm H2O below the baseline ex-piratory pressure
b. 0.5 to 1.5 cm H2O above the baseline ex-piratory pressure
c. 2.0 to 3.5 cm H2O below the baseline ex-piratory pressure
d. 2.0 to 3.5 cm H2O above the baseline ex-piratory pressure

ANS: A
Typically, you set the trigger level 0.5 to 1.5 cm H2O below the baseline expiratory pressure.

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