A 189-cm (6-ft 2-in), 92-kg (202-lb), 32-year-old male was i…
A 189-cm (6-ft 2-in), 92-kg (202-lb), 32-year-old male was injured in a motor vehicle crash. She is intubated at the scene with a 6.0-mm ID endotracheal tube. On arrival to the ED, PC, A/C ventilation is initiated, and the following data are noted: FIO2 0.40 PEEP 5 cm H2O Mandatory rate 12 PIP 40 cm H2O VT 525 mL Pplat 22 cm H2O Inspiratory flow 55 L/min The patient is exhibiting increased work of breathing, and is breathing dyssynchronously with the ventilator. A respiratory therapist should recommend