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Resp 2.2 II
Vent assessment lap
Question | Answer |
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VE exhaled minute ventilation | this value is usually used to assess the pt'ability to tolerate weaning |
Vt Tidal volume | indicates pt's ability to move air in and out of the lung |
VC vital capacity | indicates the pt has or does not have a ventilatory reserve should they become stressed |
NIF negative inspiratory force | indicates respiratory muscle strength |
PEFR peak expiratory flow rate | used to indicate effectiveness of therapy |
IC insipiratory capacity | to help determine the appropriateness of the treatement |
RSBI resp index or breathing index | index to show chances of weaning from vent |