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An Introduction to Mechanical Ventilation:
This is a simplification of the general principles underlying the most common
modes. ... the reference #Management ... #Ventilation #Control ... #Variable #Breath ... Sequence #Overview #Ddxof
Overview of Ventilator Modes
VC - Volume Control (a.k.a. assist control volume)
 - Every breath delivered (mandatory
Modes VC - Volume ... set volume (TV) PC ... #Modes #Ventilation ... #CriticalCare #Comparison ... #Management #Mechanical
Mechanical Ventilation: The Basics
In the most basic sense, ventilator modes are defined by their control variable
Mechanical Ventilation ... most basic sense, ventilator ... variable and settings ... @EmmGeezee #MechanicalVentilation ... #Comparison #management
Ventilator Alarms
Increased Rate - Patient is tiring on a weaning mode or experiencing pain/anxiety
 - Reassess
Ventilator Alarms ... or experiencing pain ... increase RR in PC ... #Alarms #MechanicalVentilation ... Differential #Diagnosis #Management