This presentation provides an overview of the theory of BiLevel modes of ventilation with a brief discussion of application. Airway Pressure Release Ventilation and BiLevel Positive Airway Pressure will be compared and contrasted. Published clinical evidence, describe theoretical concepts for areas where evidence is lacking will be reviewed, and a BiLevel simulator that illustrates the interaction of set ventilator parameters and outcome patient variables will be demonstrated. This is an advanced lecture that assumes familiarity with basic mechanical ventilation and pressure control modes in general.
This webcast is sponsored in part by an unrestricted educational grant from Dräger.
Original webcast date: November 3, 2010
**Please note that all programs require the participant to view the entire program prior to taking the final quiz and obtaining a course certificate.**
- Distinguish between Airway Pressure Release Ventilation (APRV) and BiLevel Positive Airway Pressure (BiPAP) modes
- Identify the benefits of unrestricted spontaneous breathing during pressure controlled modes
- Describe how pressure settings and time settings affect autoPEEP, mean airway pressure, and tidal volume during APRV
- Describe how you would manage APRV in cases of poor oxygenation or poor ventilation