Compared to a pressure-controlled strategy, what is the primary advantage of volume-controlled ventilatory support?
A) Provides a decelerating flow pattern.
B) Limits and controls peak airway pressures.
C) Improves patient-ventilator synchrony.
D) Guarantees a minimum minute ventilation.

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The primary advantage of volume-controlled ventilation is maintenance of a stable minute ventilation in the face of changing lung mechanics.

Compared to a Pressure-Controlled Strategy, What Is the Primary Advantage