Mechanical Ventilation: Beyond the ICU

Table of Contents

Mechanical Ventilation: What Is It?

Ventilator Dependence

Long-term Mechanical Ventilation: Who, When, and Where

Mechanical Ventilation: Methods

Discharge Management Plan

Equipment and Resources

Mechanical Ventilator

Patient Communication System

Equipment Supplier

Long-term Mechanical Ventilation in Infants and Children

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