Use of an externally powered,small-volume nebulizer for aerosol delivery during partial ventilatory support with PSV may cause which of the following?
1)High Vᴛ alarm activation
2)Triggering difficulties
3)Low pressure alarm activation
4)Ventilator inoperative alarm
A) 1 and 2
B) 2 and 3
C) 3 and 4
D) 1 and 4

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When a continuous flow nebulizer is placed between the patient and the sensing mechanism,the patient often finds it more difficult to generate the effort to trigger the ventilator.High Vᴛ delivery can occur when externally powered,small-volume nebulizers are used for aerosol delivery.

Use of an Externally Powered,small-Volume Nebulizer for Aerosol Delivery During