To measure plateau pressure,inspiration should be held for how many seconds?
A) 1-2
B) 2-3
C) 3-4
D) 4-5

Name: To measure plateau pressure,inspiration should be held for how many seconds? A) 1-2 B) 2-3 C) 3-4 D) 4-5
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Plateau pressure requires the establishment of a period of no-flow for 1-2 seconds to allow pressure equilibration by the redistribution of the tidal volume and stress relaxation.This maneuver increases inspiratory time and if held longer than 2 seconds may cause barotrauma.

To Measure Plateau Pressure,inspiration Should Be Held for How Many