What Are the Key Settings on a Mechanical Ventilator?
Several settings can be adjusted to tailor the ventilator support to the needs of the pediatric patient:
Tidal Volume: The volume of air delivered to the lungs with each breath. Respiratory Rate: The number of breaths delivered per minute. PEEP: Positive end-expiratory pressure helps to keep the alveoli open at the end of expiration. FiO2: Fraction of inspired oxygen, which can range from room air (21%) to 100%. I/E Ratio: The ratio of inspiratory time to expiratory time.
