On some ventilators, which of the following can occur if a trigger setting is set too sensitive on a mechanical ventilator?
A) Autotriggering
B) Flow dyssynchrony
C) Barotrauma
D) Increased workload

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If the trigger setting is too sensitive on a mechanical ventilator, it can lead to autotriggering, which means the ventilator will initiate a breath even when the patient is not trying to breathe. This can result in discrepancies between the patient's respiratory effort and the ventilator's support, leading to flow dyssynchrony, increased work of breathing, and ultimately, barotrauma if not corrected.

On Some Ventilators, Which of the Following Can Occur If