Which of the following modes is used for noninvasive positive-pressure ventilation?
A) Pressure-support ventilation
B) Proportional assist ventilation
C) Continuous positive airway pressure
D) Bilevel positive airway pressure

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Bilevel positive airway pressure is similar to continuous positive airway pressure in that both breath delivery techniques provide positive pressure during inspiration and expiration.With bilevel positive airway pressure,the inspiratory positive airway pressure is higher than the expiratory positive airway pressure.Because bilevel positive airway pressure can be either patient triggered or time triggered,it can be used in the hospital setting for noninvasive ventilation.

Which of the Following Modes Is Used for Noninvasive Positive-Pressure