Figure 1.

Diagram of the setting to apply the forced oscillation technique during mechanical ventilation. A forced oscillation generator (OF) is connected in parallel to the ventilator. Flow (V') and pressure (P) are measured by means of a pneumotachograph (PNT) and a pressure transducer, respectively.

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