Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is useful in the management of the patient with obstructive sleep apnea because it:
A) pushes air into and out of the lungs like a mechanical ventilator.
B) prevents airway collapse.
C) stretches the J receptors in the chest wall to stimulate breathing.
D) delivers a tidal volume breath to the patient.

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CPAP works by providing a continuous stream of air through a mask to keep the airways open, thus preventing airway collapse during sleep in patients with obstructive sleep apnea. It does not push air in and out of the lungs like a mechanical ventilator, stretch J receptors, or deliver a specific tidal volume breath to the patient.

Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) Is Useful in the Management