In what way do BiPAP units differ from CPAP units?
a. BiPAP applies different pressure levels on inspiration and exhalation.
b. BiPAP units cost significantly more that CPAP units.
c. BiPAP operates on electricity.
d. BiPAP simulates spontaneous breathing.
ANS: A
Unlike conventional CPAP, BiPAP is titrated by increasing inspiratory positive airway pressure (IPAP) and expiratory positive airway pressure (EPAP) separately in response to apnea, hypop-nea, and desaturation.
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