Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Mechanical Ventilation II: Invasive Ventilation01:23

Mechanical Ventilation II: Invasive Ventilation

Ventilators are essential medical equipment used to aid patients with respiratory difficulties. Their primary function is to assist or replace spontaneous breathing by providing mechanical ventilation. There are two general classes of mechanical ventilators: negative-pressure and positive-pressure ventilators.
Negative-Pressure Ventilators
Negative-pressure ventilators create a vacuum around the chest or body to draw air into the lungs, simulating breathing. This method does not require an...
Mechanical Ventilation I: Indication and Settings01:29

Mechanical Ventilation I: Indication and Settings

Mechanical ventilation is a life-saving technique for managing acute respiratory failure and other respiratory complications. The process involves using a machine known as a ventilator to supply oxygen to the lungs and assist in removing carbon dioxide. It serves as a bridge to long-term mechanical ventilation or a temporary measure until ventilatory support is discontinued. The ventilator can maintain this function for a prolonged period, providing critical support for patients until they can...
Mechanical Ventilation III: Noninvasive Ventilation01:23

Mechanical Ventilation III: Noninvasive Ventilation

Noninvasive positive-pressure ventilation (NIPPV), continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), and bilevel positive airway pressure (BiPAP) are essential methods in respiratory care. These ventilation techniques offer unique benefits for patients with various respiratory conditions, providing adequate support without requiring intubation. Let's explore how each method is crucial in improving patient outcomes and enhancing respiratory therapy.
Noninvasive Positive-Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV)
Oxygen Delivering System II: Venturi Mask and Transtracheal Oxygen01:16

Oxygen Delivering System II: Venturi Mask and Transtracheal Oxygen

Oxygen therapy is a pivotal aspect of medical care, particularly for patients with respiratory ailments. Two prominent oxygen-delivering systems include the Venturi mask and the transtracheal oxygen catheter.
Venturi Mask
The Venturi mask, named after the Venturi effect, is designed to deliver precise oxygen concentrations. It consists of a large tube with an oxygen inlet that narrows down, causing a pressure drop that pulls air in through adjustable side ports. The mask is a lightweight,...
Ventilatory Modes01:14

Ventilatory Modes

Mechanical ventilators are life-saving devices that support or replace spontaneous breathing. They deliver breaths to patients through varying methods known as ventilator modes. Understanding these modes is critical for healthcare providers managing patients with respiratory failure.
There are three ventilatory modes: full support, partial support, and spontaneous. These are described below.
Full Support Modes
Full support modes include controlled mechanical ventilation, continuous mandatory...
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation II: ACLS Airway Management01:22

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation II: ACLS Airway Management

Airway management is a key skill in emergency and critical care settings, as maintaining a clear airway is essential for adequate oxygenation and ventilation.Head Tilt-Chin Lift TechniqueThe head tilt-chin lift maneuver is an essential technique primarily used in patients without suspected cervical spine injuries. To perform this maneuver, one hand is placed on the patient’s forehead, and gentle pressure is applied backward to tilt the head. The fingertips of the other hand are positioned under...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Is Open Reduction Internal Fixation an Option for the Management of Vancouver B2 Periprosthetic Hip Fractures?

Indian journal of orthopaedics·2026
Same author

Critical care nutrition and the legacy of Rinaldo Bellomo.

Critical care and resuscitation : journal of the Australasian Academy of Critical Care Medicine·2026
Same author

Data analysis of the Queensland Difficult Airway Alert Project.

Anaesthesia·2025
Same author

The Impact of Prehabilitation on Patient Outcomes in Oesophagogastric Cancer Surgery: Combined Data from Four Prospective Clinical Trials Performed Across the UK and Ireland.

Cancers·2025
Same author

REsolution of Symptoms afTer Oesophago-gastric cancer REsection delphi (RESTOREd)-standardizing the definition, investigation and management of gastrointestinal symptoms and conditions after surgery.

The British journal of surgery·2024
Same author

Association of Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery of Great Britain and Ireland (AUGIS)/perioperative quality initiative (POQI) consensus statement on prehabilitation in oesophagogastric surgery.

The British journal of surgery·2024

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 10, 2026

Use of an Integrated Low-Flow Anesthetic Vaporizer, Ventilator, and Physiological Monitoring System for Rodents
06:57

Use of an Integrated Low-Flow Anesthetic Vaporizer, Ventilator, and Physiological Monitoring System for Rodents

Published on: July 9, 2020

To ventilate, oscillate, or cannulate?

Kiran Shekar1, Andrew R Davies, Daniel V Mullany

  • 1Critical Care Research Group, Adult Intensive Care Services, The Prince Charles Hospital, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.

Journal of Critical Care
|July 6, 2013
PubMed
Summary

Lung-protective ventilation (LPV) aims to minimize lung injury in acute respiratory distress syndrome. Rescue therapies like extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) may be used for refractory hypoxemic respiratory failure, but patient selection is crucial.

Keywords:
ARDSCVECLSEITExtracorporeal membrane oxygenationHFOVHigh-frequency oscillatory ventilationLung-protective ventilationNORMRefractory hypoxemiaRescue therapiesVILIVentilator-associated lung injuryacute respiratory distress syndromeconventional ventilationelectric impedance tomographyextracorporeal life supporthigh-frequency oscillatory ventilationnitric oxiderecruitment maneuverventilator-induced lung injury

More Related Videos

Evaluation of Respiratory System Mechanics in Mice using the Forced Oscillation Technique
13:10

Evaluation of Respiratory System Mechanics in Mice using the Forced Oscillation Technique

Published on: May 15, 2013

Pressure Controlled Ventilation to Induce Acute Lung Injury in Mice
07:55

Pressure Controlled Ventilation to Induce Acute Lung Injury in Mice

Published on: May 5, 2011

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 10, 2026

Use of an Integrated Low-Flow Anesthetic Vaporizer, Ventilator, and Physiological Monitoring System for Rodents
06:57

Use of an Integrated Low-Flow Anesthetic Vaporizer, Ventilator, and Physiological Monitoring System for Rodents

Published on: July 9, 2020

Evaluation of Respiratory System Mechanics in Mice using the Forced Oscillation Technique
13:10

Evaluation of Respiratory System Mechanics in Mice using the Forced Oscillation Technique

Published on: May 15, 2013

Pressure Controlled Ventilation to Induce Acute Lung Injury in Mice
07:55

Pressure Controlled Ventilation to Induce Acute Lung Injury in Mice

Published on: May 5, 2011

Area of Science:

  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Pulmonology
  • Respiratory Therapy

Background:

  • Ventilatory management for acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) has evolved to prioritize minimizing lung injury.
  • Despite lung-protective ventilation (LPV), some patients develop refractory hypoxemic respiratory failure.
  • This necessitates considering adjuncts and rescue therapies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current strategies for ventilatory management in ARDS.
  • To evaluate the role of rescue therapies, including high-frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV) and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO).
  • To discuss future research directions for optimizing ARDS treatment.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of ventilatory strategies in ARDS.
  • Analysis of evidence for adjuncts to LPV (e.g., neuromuscular blockers, prone positioning).
  • Evaluation of rescue therapies: HFOV and venovenous ECMO (VV-ECMO).

Main Results:

  • HFOV use as a routine rescue option is questioned due to lack of evidence and potential harm.
  • VV-ECMO is considered a sequential salvage therapy for selected young patients with reversible ARDS.
  • Emerging extracorporeal carbon dioxide removal (ECCO2R) devices may complement LPV.

Conclusions:

  • Optimal ARDS management involves a personalized approach, considering LPV, adjuncts, and rescue therapies.
  • Further research is needed to identify patient subgroups benefiting most from HFOV and VV-ECMO.
  • Long-term functional outcomes should be a focus in future comparative studies of ARDS therapies.