Patient discomfort from rapid gas flow during pressure-targeted ventilation may be alleviated by which of the following adjustments to the ventilator?
A) Decreasing expiratory time
B) Decreasing total cycle time
C) Increasing inspiratory time
D) Increasing inspiratory rise time

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Adding or increasing inspiratory rise time changes the rate of gas delivery at the very beginning of inspiration.This tapers the rise of pressure and flow delivery until they reach their maximum value.

Patient Discomfort from Rapid Gas Flow During Pressure-Targeted Ventilation May