Course Description
In-depth study of specific ventilators used in adult ventilation to include traditional and proposed ventilator classification, method of operation, parameter interrelationships, and ventilator patient monitoring. Lectures and class activities will focus on ventilator analysis of several contemporary volume, time, pressure, and flow-cycled ventilators.
Objectives
After completing this course, the student will be able to:
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Explain the effects of positive pressure ventilation on the pulmonary system.
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Analyze the mechanisms underlying lung injury associated with mechanical ventilation.
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Demonstrate comprehension of mechanical ventilation and gas distribution.
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Define key terms used in Mechanical ventilation.
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Apply knowledge of troubleshooting or problem-solving ventilators.
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Calculate equations related to Mechanical Ventilation.
Course Textbook
Cairo, J. M. (2024). Pilbeam’s Mechanical Ventilation: Physiological and Clinical
Applications (8th ed). St. Louis: Elsevier.
- Lecturer: Althea Robertson