Mechanical ventilation is a critical and often lifesaving intervention used in various medical settings to support patients experiencing respiratory failure. The field has evolved significantly over the past century, and modern ventilators offer a wide range of...
The Life2000 Ventilation System is a lightweight, wearable, noninvasive ventilator designed to support individuals with respiratory conditions that make it challenging to lead an active lifestyle. Weighing just one pound, this device aims to improve the quality of...
Mechanical ventilation is a life-saving intervention that assists patients with respiratory failure by maintaining adequate gas exchange and supporting breathing. However, problems can arise during the process, and one such complication is auto-PEEP. This article will...
Mechanical ventilation is a medical intervention for critically ill patients who are unable to breathe on their own. While the machine itself provides ventilatory support, the use of drugs in conjunction with mechanical ventilation can greatly improve the...
Ventilator-induced lung injury (VILI) is a serious complication that can occur when a patient is placed on a mechanical ventilator to assist with breathing. VILI can cause damage to the lungs, making it harder for the patient to breathe and potentially leading to a...
It’s inevitable that, while working with a mechanical ventilator, you will eventually experience a problem. This is when ventilator troubleshooting comes in handy. By knowing the most common problems that can occur, and how to troubleshoot them, you can ensure...
Mechanical ventilation is the process of using a machine to assist with or replace spontaneous breathing. There are many different types of ventilators, but they all work by using positive pressure to move air into the lungs. Modern ventilators have a built-in...
Ventilator alarms are essential during mechanical ventilation because they alert medical professionals of changes in a patient’s condition that may require intervention. There are many different types of alarms that may sound, and each one represents a different...
Mechanical ventilation is a form of life support that uses positive pressure to help patients who are unable to breathe on their own. A ventilator mode is a specific setting on the machine that determines the characteristics of the breaths that are delivered to the...
Plateau pressure is the amount of pressure needed to keep the lungs inflated in the absence of airflow. It can be measured during mechanical ventilation by applying an inspiratory hold or occluding the exhalation port at end-inspiration for 0.5–2.0 seconds. This...
