Overview

A ventilator is a machine that provides mechanical ventilation by moving breathable air into and out of the lungs, to deliver breaths to a patient who is physically unable to breathe, or breathing insufficiently. Ventilators are computerized microprocessor-controlled machines, but patients can also be ventilated with a simple, hand-operated bag valve mask.

Objectives of Event

By the end of the session staff will be able to:

  • To define what is the mechanical ventilator.
  • To know what are the indications for mechanical ventilator
  • To determine what is the nursing management of ventilated patient.

Convener Details

Co-ordinators:

Speaker Details:

  • Amlan Banik