A neonate on mechanical ventilation developed pulmonary air leak syndrome. What change should the respiratory therapist now recommend?

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Initiating high-frequency ventilation is recommended for a neonate with pulmonary air leak syndrome on mechanical ventilation because it can reduce the risk of further lung injury by using lower tidal volumes and pressures, thus potentially preventing the exacerbation of the air leak.

A Neonate on Mechanical Ventilation Developed Pulmonary Air Leak Syndrome