A patient in the subacute care unit is receiving NPPV with a PTV system,with an IPAP of 10 cm H2O and an EPAP of 2 cm H2O.The patient's latest arterial blood gas values reveal an increase in the PaCO2.The most appropriate action to take is which of the following?
A) Increase the IPAP.
B) Decrease the IPAP.
C) Increase the EPAP and IPAP.
D) Intubate and mechanically ventilate.
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