Respiratory Therapist

Category - Patient Evaluations and Recommendations

What is measured when the exhalation valve is opened on a ventilator?
  1. Airway resistance
  2. Peak inspiratory pressure
  3. Pressure gradient
Explanation
Answer: C - The pressure gradient is measured when the exhalation valve is opened on a ventilator.

The greater the pressure, the higher the pressure gradient will measure.
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