Ventilator Care: Beyond SIMV
Julie Miller, RN, BSN, CCRN
President: Paws to Learn

Abstract:
APRV, Bi-Vent, PRVC, PC-IRV, PC/SIMV, VC, PEEP, CPAP, AC, PS, and the list of ventilator modes continues to grow.  Keeping up with the mechanics of ventilation can be frustrating. This session will alleviate the confusion of ventilator modes and assist the caregiver to identify the best mode for their patient. Key content will include an explanation of current ventilator strategies, correlation of ventilator strategies and assessment findings, lung compliance evaluation, and clues to successful patient management. Participants should bring a desire to update current ventilator management knowledge with the latest strategies for caring for the ventilator patient.

Objectives: 
Describe modes of ventilation.
Correlate patient condition and choosing the best ventilator mode.
Discuss assessment and evaluation of ventilated patients.

Format and Method of Instruction:
75 minutes to 90 minutes, expandable to 3 hours
Interactive lecture, case studies and audiovisuals
Basic to advanced level

Primary Speaker Information:
Julie Miller, RN, BSN, CCRN
President:  Paws to Learn
7313 CR 2192
Whitehouse TX 75791
C:  903–245–1223
Fax:  903–839–0894
Email:  [email protected]

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