ventilatory management

Ventilatory management involves supporting or assisting a person's breathing when they cannot breathe effectively on their own. This is often done with a ventilator, a machine that delivers air into the lungs through a tube, ensuring oxygen reaches the blood and removing carbon dioxide. The process can be adjusted for different needs, such as setting the amount of air, pressure, and frequency of breaths. Proper management aims to maintain stable oxygen and carbon dioxide levels, promote lung healing, and prevent complications like lung injury or infections. It is a critical part of caring for patients with severe respiratory issues.