A patient is being mechanically ventilated with SIMV at a rate of

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SIMV mode typically uses a lower rate than traditional volume ventilation modes, so if the rate is too high, it may not be appropriate for the patient's needs.

Answer: D
 SIMV can be used with or without PEEP, so the statement that it is always used in combination with PEEP is incorrect.

Therefore, the nurse would question the order for reason A: the rate could be too high for this mode.

A Patient Is Being Mechanically Ventilated with SIMV at a Rate