The apnea (expiratory timing) control should not be used during intermittent positive-pressure breathing (IPPB) therapy, due to:

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The apnea (expiratory timing) control may cause asynchrony with the patient's own respiratory pattern during IPPB therapy, as the machine is delivering pressure and controlling the timing of each breath. It is better to allow the patient to control their own breathing pattern during IPPB therapy.

The Apnea (Expiratory Timing) Control Should Not Be Used During