The physiological rationale for and against the use of APRV

An approach to the indications, advantages and disadvantages of the ICU patient on APRV.

Educational Objectives

Educational Aim:
The aim of this article is to inform the ICU physician about another possible ventilation mode that may be indicated for their patient.

Educational Outcomes:
Upon completion of this module practitioners should have a clear understanding of:

1. the physiological rationale for airway pressure release ventilation
2. the advantages and disadvantages of APRV
3. commencement and troubleshooting of APRV.

Instructions for this Module

• Read the supplied reading material and complete the quiz that follows;
• You have three attempts to pass the quiz;
• The pass grade is 70%;
• You need to pass the quiz to claim your CPD certificate;
• Please click on the CPD certificate link below to claim your CPD certificate and to update your CPD Manager.

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