A patient in respiratory distress that is eligible for CPAP should be able to follow commands, why? The patient must spontaneously breath on their own, CPAP does not replace mechanical ventilation if they stop breathing. The patient needs to be able to tell you when there is too much pressure. The patient must be able to continue talking while the mask is on, to receive the full benefit. The patient can only increase their lung compacity only while talking.
[Solved]: A patient in respiratory distress that is eligible…
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