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Physiologic PEEP (Positive End-Expiratory Pressure) is the amount of pressure left in the lungs at the end of expiration to prevent alveolar collapse. It helps improve oxygenation and reduce ventilation-perfusion mismatch. Physiologic PEEP can vary among individuals based on lung compliance and pathology.

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