American Association for Respiratory Care   

THIS IS TOPIC #6 IN THE 2010 PROFESSOR'S ROUND SERIES. This presentation reviews the basic concepts of computer control such as flow and pressure to complex functions like tidal volume, frequency, end tidal carbon dioxide tension, and work of breathing. Chatburn discusses the evolution of computer control algorithms and examines the literature for evidence of benefit of new computer controlled modes. Where evidence is lacking he presents theoretical benefits. Finally, he explores visions of future possibilities. Professor is Robert L. Chatburn, RRT-NPS FAARC and Moderator is Dean Hess, PhD RRT FAARC. Includes 1 CRCE per employee upon completion of test. Lecture is available now on DVD. Order the entire series and save - see Item # PR2010S. SPONSORED IN PART BY AN EDUCATIONAL GRANT FROM COVIDIEN. We would like to thank our Sponsors for supporting Professor's Rounds through unrestricted educational grants. The AARC has the sole responsibility of assuring appropriate educational content of Professor's Rounds.