The respiratory therapist observes the volume-time curve shown in the figure.What action should the respiratory therapist take at this time? 
A) Add extrinsic positive-end-expiratory pressure (PEEPE) .
B) Look for a system leak.
C) Switch to flow triggering.
D) Detach the ventilator and manually resuscitate.
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