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CMV Continuous mandatory ventilation : AC/VC
AC vs SIMV
Evidence-based practices
•In adults with COVID-19 receiving NIPPV or HFNC, close monitoring for worsening respiratory
status, and early intubation in a controlled setting if worsening occurs. Best practice statement
•In mechanically ventilated adults with COVID-19 and ARDS, use low tidal volume (Vt) ventilation
(Vt 4-8mL/kg of predicted body weight), over higher tidal volumes (Vt>8mL/kg). Strong
For mechanically ventilated adults with COVID-19 and moderate to severe ARDS, use a higher PEEP
strategy, over a lower PEEP strategy. Remarks: If using a higher PEEP strategy (i.e., PEEP > 10cm
H2O), clinicians should monitor patients for barotrauma. Strong
Mechanical Ventilation for COVID-
19 Patient-Pressures and Recruitment
Maneuvers
Criteria for ventilatory support
Parameter Ventilation is No vent.
indicated
1. pulmonary function:
RR/min. < 35 10-20
Tidal volume >5 6-8
Vital capacity (mL/kg BW) > 15 65-75
Maximum inspiratory force (cm H2O) > - 20- 75-100
Parameter Ventilation is indicated No vent.
2. ABGs