Which of the following define successful application of noninvasive positive-pressure ventilation (NPPV) ?
I.overall improvement of patient's blood gas
II.normal blood gas
III.PaO₂ increased
IV.PaCO₂ decreased

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Successful application of noninvasive positive-pressure ventilation (NPPV) is indicated by overall improvement in the patient's blood gas values, an increase in PaO2 (partial pressure of oxygen), and a decrease in PaCO2 (partial pressure of carbon dioxide). Normal blood gas values are not a necessary outcome for NPPV to be considered successful, as the goal is improvement relative to baseline values.

Which of the Following Define Successful Application of Noninvasive Positive-Pressure