NON-INVASIVE VENTILATION

BiPAP machines use a higher inhalation pressure (IPAP) and a lower exhalation pressure (EPAP). The difference between these is equivalent to the pressure support (PS) setting for an intubated patient. The EPAP is equivalent to the PEEP setting for an intubated patient. ... * Ventilator. Most types of ventilator are capable of providing NIV. The ... ................
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