How Is Weaning from Mechanical Ventilation Managed?
Weaning a pediatric patient from mechanical ventilation involves a gradual reduction of ventilatory support as the child's respiratory function improves. This process may include:
Decreasing the respiratory rate and tidal volume Reducing PEEP and FiO2 Transitioning to non-invasive ventilation such as CPAP or BiPAP Conducting a spontaneous breathing trial to assess readiness for extubation
Successful weaning requires careful monitoring of the patient's respiratory status, including oxygenation, ventilation, and work of breathing.
