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- Mechanical ventilation (MV) is a crucial, intensive process that supports patients who have difficulty breathing and requires a skilled healthcare team to operate effectively.
- Nurses are essential in managing the care of adults on MV, and they must understand how to provide ventilatory support comprehensively.
- The article covers the fundamentals of MV, explains how mechanical ventilators work, and highlights the management and practical care considerations for these patients.
Article Abstract
Mechanical ventilation (MV) is a complex, labor-intensive, often life-saving process that requires a knowledgeable team to manage. Nurses play a critical role in caring for adults receiving MV. Therefore, they need to know about all aspects of providing ventilatory support. This article reviews the basics of MV, describes how mechanical ventilators operate, and discusses mechanical ventilator management and the practical aspects of caring for adults requiring MV.
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