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Question

A patient on mechanical ventilation suddenly triggers a high-pressure alarm. Which of the following is the most likely cause?

Options

ASuction

B

Check for kinks

Correct Answer

CIncrease sedation

D

Check for Leakage in the ventilator circuit

Correct Answer & Explanation

Option B: Check for kinks

Rationale

High pressure means obstruction. Check DOPES. First check kinks, biting, secretions. Remove biting and reposition.

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