The nurse is providing care to a patient diagnosed with cerebral palsy. The patient requires ventilatory support at night
Based on this knowledge, the nurse understands that the patient may require which of the following types of ventilation? 1. negative pressure ventilation
2. positive pressure ventilation
3. pressure-cycled ventilation
4. volume-cycled ventilation
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Rationale: Negative pressure ventilation is a type of ventilation that can be applied for short time intervals—such as overnight. It does not require an artificial airway, it allows for more normal breathing mechanics, and the patient can eat and talk normally. Each of the other types of ventilation requires the use of an artificial airway and would not be practical for nighttime use at home.
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