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What is SIMV
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Synchronized Intermittent Mandatory Ventilation
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How is SIMV triggered?
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Time or Patient triggered.
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T/F
SIMV is used for weaning. |
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SIMV patients do not require sedation. |
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SIMV is called the polite mode. |
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SIMV can only used as full support ventilation. |
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SIMV can be used for Full and partial support ventilation. |
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When using SIMV mode, what must be set anytime theres a time trigger?
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Set frequency
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What is the sensitivity set to in SIMV mode?
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-1 or -2 cm H2O
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What is/are the disadvantages of SIMV?
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Fatigue when frequency is set too low. ( f= < 6bpm)
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