Detrimental effects of positive end expiratory pressure (PEEP) include which of the following?

1. Increased incidence of barotrauma
2. Decreased venous return or cardiac output
3. Increased pulmonary vascular resistance
4. Increased CL
a. 1 and 3 only
b. 1, 2, and 3 only
c. 3 and 4 only
d. 2, 3, and 4 only


ANS: B

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