Which of the following is likely to occur when decreasing the expiratory positive airway pressure in the patient being ventilated using noninvasive ventilation?

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Decreasing the expiratory positive airway pressure (EPAP) in noninvasive ventilation can lead to an increase in tidal volume. This is because lowering EPAP reduces the pressure support during expiration, which can decrease the resistance against which the patient exhales, potentially allowing for a greater volume of air to be inhaled during the next breath, thereby increasing tidal volume.

Which of the Following Is Likely to Occur When Decreasing