This compact book is intended to help either the new nurse or a nurse who wishes to become familiar with the patient on mechanical ventilation. The clinical scenarios are presented in bold colorful illustrations designed to make learning easy and entertaining. CONTENTS:1. Respiratory distress, indications for intubation, ABG , Hyopxia2. Patient and family education3. What is PEEP?4. Respiratory distress and its causes- CHF, Myocardial infarction, Cardiogenic shock5. Following MD orders post intubation, such as :Ventilator settings, chest x-ray, listening for breath sounds6. The endotracheal tube, suction catheter7. Causes of patient agitation following intubation8. Troubleshooting the ventilator – talking when intubated, water in tubing9. Following MD orders for weaning10. Complications of mechanical ventilation11. What is an Ambu bag12. When the doctor orders a tracheostomy13. A tracheostomy care kit
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