inhalation Therapy & Mechanical Ventilation in the PACU & ICU From Physiology to Bedside Decisions

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This lecture begins with a case-based hook, presenting a clinical scenario of a hypoxic 68-year-old patient in PACU, challenging students to make decisions about respiratory management, such as choosing between HFNC, NIPPV, or intubation. The core physiology section delves into the nuances of COPD and ARDS by analyzing compliance, shunt physiology, and work of breathing, alongside using visual aids such as flow limitation curves and "Baby lung" diagrams. Building on this, the lecture explores...