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Overview of Ventilator Modes
VC - Volume Control (a.k.a. assist control volume)
 - Every breath delivered (mandatory
Overview of Ventilator ... for a set time PRVC ... @nickmmark #Ventilator ... #Modes #Ventilation ... #CriticalCare #
Volume Assist/Control Mechanical Ventilation
How does this mode work?
 • Delivers a set volume of air with
Control Mechanical Ventilation ... Lung Protective Ventilation ... (LPV) • PRVC ... initial minute ventilation ... #AC #criticalcare
Noninvasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV)

Expiratory & Inspiratory Positive Airway Pressure
Both increase intrathoracic pressure, which can decrease
Positive Pressure Ventilation ... Both can decrease LV ... afterload by reducing LV ... PositivePressure #Ventilation ... #indications #criticalcare
Lazarus Reflex on Physical Exam

The Lazarus sign is a reflex movement observed in brain-dead or brainstem
spinal reflex arc ... can occur after ventilator ... video #neurology #criticalcare