The respiratory therapist is called to ICU to evaluate a patient on continuous flow CPAP (8 cm H2O, FIO2 0.30) who is showing signs of respiratory distress. The patient's SpO2 has changed from 94% to 90%. The therapist observes that the CPAP pressure manometer displays negative pressure during inspiration. The therapist should
A. place the patient back on the ventilator at the previous settings.
B. increase inspiratory flow to the CPAP system.
C. assess the patient for excess secretions.
D. increase the CPAP to 10 cm H2O.
Answer: B. increase inspiratory flow to the CPAP system.
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