Transfers ToCSUDescriptionMechanical ventilation is introduced as patient safety is emphasized. Indications for intubation and mechanical ventilation are discussed. Classifications of mechanical ventilators, modes of operation, and internal and external components of ventilators are introduced. Effects of positive pressure ventilation on body systems are reviewed. Patient management, mechanical ventilation and cardiopulmonary monitoring, mode selection with rationale, and trouble-shooting of mechanical ventilation are reviewed.Usually HeldTue 8:00am–10:05am, Tue 1:45pm–4:55pm, Tue 10:30am–1:40pm 