5.5 Ventilation with PEEP valve
5.6 Ventilation with filter
If lung compliance diminishes during ventilation, the
ventilator will react by increasing the ventilation
pressure at constant volume.
Example of ventilation sequence before and
after compliance diminishes
A PEEP valve can be fitted to the expiration tube on
the patient valve with an adapter.
This valve makes it possible to use positive end-
expiratory pressure (PEEP).
Please see the PEEP valve instructions for details of
settings.
A conventional filter with standard 15/22 mm con-
nectors can be fitted on the inspiration tube of the
patient valve for hygiene purposes and to condition
the air for inspiration. This will increase both inspira-
tory and expiratory resistance. You should therefore
monitor ventilation pressure and ventilation volume
very carefully.
A close watch must be kept for any increase in dead
space, especially in children.
Using the ventilator
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