Name: ___________________________
Columbus State Community College
Nursing Department
Critical Item ChecklistRESPIRATORY SUPPORT (Set up and assess a variety of ventilators in the skills lab.)
_____1. State the rationale for mechanical ventilation. _____2. Assess respiratory status of patient. _____3. Assess the system for proper set up. Note the mode, the rate, the tidal volume, and oxygen, PEEP or CPAP. Check that alarms are on. Check the system pressure. _____4. Identify the type of ventilator at each station. (MAI, Puritan Bennet, Bear, Home vent) _____5. Discuss the significance of high and low alarms. _____6. State the nursing responsibilities in caring for the patient on a ventilator. _____7. Demonstrate how to suction the patient on a ventilator. _____8. Chart a narrative summary.
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