Which of the following statements best describes the volume support mode on the Covidien PB 840?
A) The ventilator ensures that a minimum of 80% of the set tidal volume is delivered with each breath.
B) The ventilator delivers volume-targeted breaths with each inspiratory effort.
C) The ventilator delivers pressure-limited breaths; the pressure is adjusted to ensure that the set tidal volume is delivered.
D) The ventilator delivers pressure-targeted breaths, and the respiratory rate is adjusted to ensure delivery of a preset minute volume.

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Volume support is pressure support ventilation with a volume target.In volume support,breaths are patient triggered (pressure or flow),pressure limited,and flow cycled.The ventilator automatically adjusts the pressure limit to achieve the set tidal volume.

Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Volume Support