Principles of Mechanical Ventilation

This topic is a part of the E-learning programme (ESCeL) on Acute Cardiovascular Care which offers a portfolio of 79 chapters among 11 sections.

It outlines important key concepts in a clear and engaging way, covering important basic physiology as well as ventilation modes and strategies.

Specifically designed and written by intensivists with the cardiologist in mind, this resource provides an excellent foundation in mechanical ventilation.

This content offers the learner a focused and interactive educational experience based on the ESC Textbook of Intensive and Acute Cardiovascular Care, 2nd edition 2015 / Chapter: Mechanical Ventilation - by Dr. Robert O Grounds and Dr. Andrew Rhodes.

What’s inside?

6 courses on:

Mechanical Ventilation
Respiratory Physiology
Ventilation Modes
Ventilator-Associated Lung Injury
Lung-Protective Ventilation Strategies
Oxygenation Strategies

Each course ends with a MCQs tests.

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Contributors

Course Co-ordinator

Dr Susanna Price
Dr Sofie Gaveart

Course Authors

Dr Michela Fiini
Dr Andy Kontogeorgios
Dr Sally McNeilly
Dr Tim Dawes