A mode of ventilation which delivers an inspiration to a set pressure and typically ends when flow drops to 25% of its initial peak value is which of the following?

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Pressure Support is a spontaneous mode of ventilation in that the patient initiates or triggers a breath.The clinician sets a pre-determined level of pressure support.When the ventilator senses a spontaneous respiratory effort,pressure is applied to the patient's airways as inspiration takes place.Typically,inspiration is terminated when the patient's inspiratory flow drops to 25% of its peak value.

A Mode of Ventilation Which Delivers an Inspiration to a Set