Mechanical Ventilator Basics for the Nurse

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This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.

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Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Compare and contrast negative and positive pressure ventilation.
2. Identify the most frequently used modes of positive pressure ventilation and list at least one indication for each.
3. Describe six parameters that can be adjusted, and the role each plays in supporting ventilation.
4. List four possible complications of positive pressure ventilation and at least one cause for each complication.
5. Appraise at least four alarms that may be encountered and at least two possible causes for each alarm.
6. Compare three ways to assess for proper endotracheal tube placement, and the benefits and/or disadvantages of each.

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