Multiple Choice
During capnography monitoring of a mechanically ventilated patient, you note that the PETCO2 has dropped to 0 mm Hg. All of the following are possible causes of this finding except:
A) ventilator disconnection
B) esophageal intubation
C) increased cardiac output
D) cardiac arrest
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