A steeper slope of the pressure versus volume loop indicates ________________
A) overdistention.
B) increased compliance.
C) increased resistance.
D) increased work of breathing.

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Changes in compliance may be assessed by observing the slope of the pressure versus volume loop.An increased compliance is represented by a steeper slope.More volume is attained at a lower pressure,whereas decreased compliance is represented by a lower slope (smaller volume change for a given pressure).

A Steeper Slope of the Pressure Versus Volume Loop Indicates