_____ therapy exposes patients to a pressure greater than atmospheric pressure while they breathe 100% oxygen, either continuously or intermittently

a. Aerosol oxygen c. Bronchial hygiene
b. Hyperbaric oxygen d. Nitric oxide


ANS: B
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy exposes patients to a pressure greater than atmospheric pressure while they breathe 100% oxygen, either continuously or intermittently.

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