Examine the principles of mechanical ventilation and respiratory support across diverse patient populations. Analyze ventilator modes, parameters, and waveforms to guide clinical decision-making. Evaluate patient–ventilator interactions, alarm systems, and troubleshooting strategies to support safe and effective care. Apply systematic approaches to respiratory assessment, emergency management, and the use of invasive and non-invasive ventilation modalities to optimize oxygenation and ventilation outcomes.

Upon successful completion of the course, the learner will be able to:

1. Analyze the principles of mechanical ventilation and differentiate it from spontaneous breathing.
2. Evaluate the physical, technical, and physiological principles that support mechanical ventilation.
3. Evaluate mechanical ventilation modes and their impact on patient management and respiratory function.
4. Interpret ventilator parameters to support safe and effective mechanical ventilation management.
5. Interpret ventilator parameters to support safe and effective mechanical ventilation management.
6. Evaluate the management of patients receiving mechanical ventilation across initiation, maintenance, and discontinuation.
7. Analyze ventilator waveforms to assess patient–ventilator interaction and guide clinical decision-making.
8. Evaluate ventilator alarm systems to support safe and effective patient monitoring.
9. Analyze ventilator alarms to identify underlying causes and guide appropriate clinical responses.
10. Evaluate respiratory function to guide interventions that support oxygenation and ventilation.
11. Analyze respiratory emergencies to prioritize and evaluate appropriate airway and ventilation interventions.
12. Evaluate mechanical ventilation strategies across neonatal, pediatric, and adult patient populations.
13. Evaluate non-invasive ventilation and alternative respiratory support modalities to guide patient selection and management.