Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome The patient in this case study had an onset of acute respiratory distress syndrome brought on by trauma. Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a disease state characterized by fluid buildup in the alveoli, making it difficult to oxygenate (MedlinePlus.gov). It is a life-threatening lung condition. The new definition and severity of ARDS are defined as PaO2/ FiO2 with a PEEP of 5+ (200-200) = mild, (100-200) = moderate, (<100) = severe (Pulmccm.org, 2012).
The mechanical ventilation for the patient in this case study consisted of low tidal volumes of 450, high respiratory rates of 20-24, and limited plateau pressure. The recommended “tidal volume (6 mL/kg of predicted body weight), limitation of
The mechanical ventilation for the patient in this case study consisted of low tidal volumes of 450, high respiratory rates of 20-24, and limited plateau pressure. The recommended “tidal volume (6 mL/kg of predicted body weight), limitation of