Always treat the patient , not the monitor . If an alarm goes off, look at your patient’s chest rise and color first before troubleshooting the screen.
Whether you are a nursing student, a new respiratory therapist, or a healthcare pro looking for a refresher, mastering the "vent" is a major milestone. Understanding Mechanical Ventilation: A Practic...
Mechanical ventilation can feel like learning a whole new language. Between the alarms, the waveforms, and the acronyms (AC/VC, PEEP, FiO2?!), it’s a lot to process. But at its core, it’s about one thing: The Essentials: Always treat the patient , not the monitor