How can continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) prevent the need for continuous mechanical ventilation in infants experiencing respiratory distress syndrome (RDS)?

A) CPAP increases functional residual capacity (FRC).
B) CPAP increases total airway resistance.C) CPAP decreases functional residual capacity (FRC).
D) CPAP decreases compliance.


A

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