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PLV
–Limited Pressure Ventilation
Description:
In this continuous flow mode, the ventilator limits pressure and cycles on time, i.e., at
each inspiratory cycle the ventilator reaches the set pressure and remains at this level
until the inspiratory time set has elapsed, the volume is, therefore, result of the
physiology of the patient’s lung (compliance and resistance). Usuall
y when analyzing
the flow curve, a flow peak is seen which decreases over time.
Note
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This ventilation mode is available only for NEONATAL patients
(reported weight ≤ 6.0 kg).
•
The operator shall consider the patient's inspiratory time and
respiratory mechanics to define the continuous flow adjustment. If
the flow is not sufficient, the airway pressure may not reach the
adjusted value.
Set Parameters:
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INSP PRESSURE;
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RATE;
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INSPIRATORY TIME;
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PEEP;
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FLOW ( );
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FiO2
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TRIGGER BY FLOW;
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TRIGGER BY PRESSURE
Figure 22: PLV Curves
