Why does a patient who is receiving PAV demand close monitoring of respiratory mechanics throughout the time that PAV is provided?
A. so that the patient's Vt needs can be attended to
B. to prevent the occurrence of the "runaway" effect
C. to make the necessary volume adjustments ensuring that PAV is effectively provided
D. to avoid the problems associated with delivering an essentially constant Vt
ANS: B
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