: Includes coverage of unconventional methods like High Frequency Oscillatory Ventilation (HFOV), Airway Pressure Release Ventilation (APRV), and rescue therapies for ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome), including ECMO.
: Offers deeper dives into specific ventilator modes, PEEP (Positive End-Expiratory Pressure), triggers, flow, and the process of "liberation" (weaning) from mechanical ventilation. The Ventilator Book
: This section provides essential information for initial ventilator setup, rapid adjustments, and troubleshooting—aimed at helping clinicians get through a busy night on call. : Includes coverage of unconventional methods like High
: A notable feature is how it breaks down and links different proprietary names used by various manufacturers for the same settings, which is useful in units with multiple ventilator models. : A notable feature is how it breaks
: The book is organized into short chapters that can typically be read in 15–20 minutes , making it ideal for quick reference during a shift.
: A set of core principles or "rules of thumb" to ensure safe patient management.