A Patient Is Admitted with a Diagnosis of Chronic Obstructive

Multiple Choice

A patient is admitted with a diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ( COPD ) and the health care provider orders bi-level positive airway pressure ( BiPAP ) .Which action by the nurse is appropriate?

A) Set the initial bi-level positive airway pressure ( BiPAP ) settings at 4 to 8 cm H₂O for inspiration and expiration.
B) Draw arterial blood gas ( ABG ) levels after the first hour.
C) Make sure the mask does not have quick-release straps.
D) Set the initial BiPAP settings at 4 to 10 cm H₂O for inspiration and at 10 to 15 cm H₂O for expiration.