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What is the definition of mechanical ventilation?
What is the definition of mechanical ventilation?
- Assisted breathing through respiratory exercises.
- Regulation of breathing using sedatives.
- Oxygenation of the blood through natural lung function.
- Ventilation of the lungs by artificial means using a ventilator. (correct)
What are the purposes of mechanical ventilation?
What are the purposes of mechanical ventilation?
- To administer medication directly to the lungs.
- To maintain or improve ventilation & tissue oxygenation, and decrease the work of breathing. (correct)
- To induce natural breathing patterns in patients.
- To reduce oxygen intake for certain conditions.
Which conditions may lead to acute respiratory failure requiring mechanical ventilation?
Which conditions may lead to acute respiratory failure requiring mechanical ventilation?
- Neuromuscular diseases, chest wall trauma, pneumonia, obstructive lung disease, pulmonary fibrosis. (correct)
- Eye disorders, ear infections, sinusitis, dental problems, migraines.
- Cardiovascular diseases, liver cirrhosis, diabetes mellitus, kidney stones, thyroid disorders.
- Digestive system disorders, skin infections, bone fractures, urinary tract infections, anemia.
What are the types of mechanical ventilation?
What are the types of mechanical ventilation?
What are some complications associated with mechanical ventilation?
What are some complications associated with mechanical ventilation?