A patient with central sleep apnea uses a nasal mask with NIV at night.The patient complains of nasal congestion.What action should the respiratory therapist take?
A) Reduce the EPAP.
B) Add a heated humidifier.
C) Switch to a mouthpiece.
D) Add a heat/moisture exchanger.
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