You are monitoring a patient during mechanical ventilation and the peak pressure is reaching 55 cm H₂0.What problem does this potentially cause? A)Barotrauma B)Renal failure C)Hypertension D)Auto-PEEP

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Peak pressures of 55 cm H2O can potentially cause barotrauma, which is damage to the lungs caused by excessive pressure. This can result in pneumothorax, lung parenchymal injury, or air leak syndromes. It is important to monitor and manage peak pressures to prevent barotrauma.

You Are Monitoring a Patient During Mechanical Ventilation and the Peak