During administration of a continuous positive airway pressure flow mask to a patient with atelectasis, you find it difficult to maintain the prescribed airway pressure. Which of the following is the most common explanation?

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The most common explanation for difficulty maintaining prescribed airway pressure during CPAP therapy is system or mask leaks, which can cause air to escape and not provide adequate pressure to the airway.

During Administration of a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Flow Mask