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Chapter 5: Ventilation modes
PCV MODE
P
ressure
Controlled Ventilation
Main features
• Pressure controlled
• Device triggered
• Time controlled
• Fixed frequency
• No spontaneous breathing possible
In this ventilation mode, the ventilation is exclusively controlled by the device.
Spontaneous breathing on the patient’s part is not possible. The ventilation period
is based on the set frequency and a defined I:E ratio.
The inspiration pressure (IPAP) as well as the end-expiratory pressure (PEEP)
defines the range of pressure for ventilating the patient. The rise in pressure can
be selected by setting a ramp defining the form of the flow curve.
The inspiration volume is automatically adjusted to the condition of the lung (com-
pliance and resistance).
To ensure a minimum volume, it is possible to specify a value and to optionally
increase the pressure (IPAP + Additional Pressure) to reach this minimum volume.
Important settings
Tips
• Alarm limit
"High Inspiration Volume"
• Alarm limit
"Low Inspiration Volume"
• Alarm limit
"High Expiration Volume"
• Alarm limit
"Low Expiration Volume"
• Adjustable "Minimum Volume "
• Adjustable "Additional Pressure" to
reach the minimum volume
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