A patient with COPD requires NIPPV. Which of the following would be suitable for initial settings?
A. IPAP 20 cm H2O, EPAP 10 cm H2O
B. IPAP 5 cm H2O, EPAP 5 cm H2O
C. IPAP 15 cm H2O, EPAP 3 cm H2O
D. IPAP 10 cm H2O, EPAP 5 cm H2O
Answer: D. Appropriate initial settings are: IPAP 10-12 cm H2O, EPAP 4-6 cm H2O.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)