Why is the use of positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) beneficial when treating the mechanically

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Why is the use of positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) beneficial when treating the mechanically ventilated patient with pneumonia and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)?

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PEEP increases alveolar recruitment.

PEEP decreases capillary leakage.

PEEP increases deadspace ventilation.

PEEP decreases intrapulmonary shunt.

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