Balloon Visualization - Mechanical Ventilation Pressures - PIP, PPlat, PEEP



Peak Inspiratory Pressure (PIP): Dynamic pressure needed to fully inflate the lung (Overcome resistive and elastic forces of the lung)

Airway Resistance: PIP – Plateau Pressure (Normally <5cmH20 unless excessive airway resistance)

Inspiratory Pause: Ventilator Maneuver to Measure Plateau Pressure

Plateau Pressure (PPlat): Alveolar distending pressure (Static pressure which reflects lung compliance)



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