Which of the following are shortcomings of PAV? I. A backup rate is necessary in the event the patient becomes apneic. II. If the patient develops rapid, shallow breathing, PAV only supports that reduced effort. III. PAV is susceptible to auto-PEEP. IV. In response to increased patient effort, PAV generates increased pressure and flow

A. I, III only
B. I, II, III only
C. I, II, IV only
D. II, III, IV only


ANS: B

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