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Ventilator Modes - Mechanical Ventilation Lecture 7

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Overview

Learn about the various modes of mechanical ventilation in this comprehensive 21-minute lecture. Explore assist control, SIMV, pressure control ventilation (PCV), and pressure support ventilation (PSV). Gain a thorough understanding of trigger variables, control variables, and cycling variables. Discover the differences between volume-targeted and pressure-targeted ventilation, as well as the types of breaths used in mechanical ventilation. Examine the advantages and disadvantages of different ventilator modes, including a detailed look at SIMV's drawbacks. By the end of this lecture, you'll have a solid grasp of common ventilator modes and their applications in patient care.

Syllabus

Introduction
Learning Objectives
Trigger Variable
Control Variable
Cycling Variable
Summary
Volume Targeted and Pressure Targeted
Types of Breaths
Common Ventilator Modes
Assist Control
SimV
SimV Disadvantage
Pressure Control
Pressure Support
Conclusion

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