Which of the following is an advantage of Pressure Control Ventilation?

a. Higher mean airway pressure can decrease venous return.
b. VT varies depending on lung compliance, resistance, and patient effort.
c. Improved gas distribution allows for lower VT.
d. If VT or minute ventilation alarms are not set properly, alveolar hypoventilation and acidosis may not be detected.


ANS: C
Box 48-5 summarizes the Advantages and Disadvantages of Pressure Control Ventialtion.

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