When using a BirdMark 7A, changing the pressure control to increase the pressure will cause the:
I. tidal volume to decrease
II. tidal volume to increase
III. inspiratory time to increase
IV. inspiratory time to decrease

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Increasing the pressure control on a BirdMark 7A will increase the tidal volume (II) because more pressure allows more air to be delivered to the patient. It will also increase the inspiratory time (III) as it takes longer to reach the higher pressure.

When Using a BirdMark 7A, Changing the Pressure Control to Increase