8 Questions
What is the consequence of too short exhalation time during spontaneous breathing?
Increase in end-expiratory pressure
In ARDS, how can the I:E ratio be modified to improve ventilation?
Changed to 1:3
What is the primary purpose of using the lowest possible FiO2 to meet oxygenation goals?
Prevent absorption atelectasis
Which ventilation mode allows the patient to control the respiratory rate and influence inspiration parameters?
Pressure Support Ventilation
What characteristic defines Synchronized Intermittent Mandatory Ventilation (SIMV)?
Additional support given if patient breathes over set rate
What effect does insufficient peak flow rate have on a patient?
Dyspnea and low peak inspiratory pressures
What is the normal I:E ratio during spontaneous breathing for normal patients?
1:2
Why should the fraction of inspired oxygen (FiO2) be minimized in mechanical ventilation?
To avoid accentuation of hypercapnia
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