What is “best PEEP”?

A. The PEEP level that has the lowest effect on PaCO2
B. The PEEP level that has the least hemodynamic compromise and the maximum total oxygen delivery
C. The PEEP level that delivers the highest cardiac output
D. The PEEP level that delivers the highest PaO2 with the least hemodynamic compromise


Answer: B

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