Episode 24: Introduction to Mechanical Ventilation

In this episode we will introduce you to the basic concepts of mechanical ventilation and discuss the basic vent modes.

Learning Objectives:

- Explain the four parameters of mechanical ventilation

- Understand how to read the ventilation monitor curves (i.e. flow, pressure, volume)

- Explain peak / plateau pressure, and discuss the pathology associated with these

- Know the difference between Volume control and Pressure control

- State the pros and cons to Assist Control and SIMV

- Explain how Pressure Support Works

- List the parameters and criteria for extubation

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Show Notes: https://tinyurl.com/y62jcbte

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Useful Links:

Medcram: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=gk_Qf-JAL84&ab_channel=MedCram-MedicalLecturesExplainedCLEARLY

Ventilator Teaching Module - Dr. Manoj Dalmia: https://anesthesia.bidmc.harvard.edu/ADEL/documents/Education/Education/Ventilator%20Lecture.pdf

Ventilator Pock Guide: https://anesthesia.ucsf.edu/sites/anesthesia.ucsf.edu/files/wysiwyg/Ventilator_Pocket_Guide_2020.pdf

Dr. Rishi Kumar (Critical Care / Cardiothoracic Anesthesiologist): https://rk.md/

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