Which of the following is an alternative method of respiratory support for patients with ARDS?

a. IPV
b. ILV
c. HFOV
d. Heliox therapy


ANS: C
HFOV can be used to improve oxygenation in patients with ARDS and at the same time can re-duce the risk of ventilator-induced lung injury.

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