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A respiratory therapist observes a patient’s exhaled tidal volume is 300 mL below the set tidal volume. There are no leaks or loose connections found in the ventilator circuitry. Which of the following is the most likely cause of the tidal volume discrepancy? O A. The ventilator circuit compliance has increased. OB. The endotracheal tube cuff is underinflated. O C. The patient has developed a spontaneous pneumothorax. The patient’s lung compliance has increased. O D.
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A respiratory therapist observes a patient’s exhaled tidal volume is 300 mL below the set tidal volu
