Mesh term Respiration, Artificial
Browse to parent terms:Airway Management
Respiratory Therapy
Resuscitation
Description
Any method of artificial breathing that employs mechanical or non-mechanical means to force the air into and out of the lungs. Artificial respiration or ventilation is used in individuals who have stopped breathing or have RESPIRATORY INSUFFICIENCY to increase their intake of oxygen (O2) and excretion of carbon dioxide (CO2).Browse to child terms:
High-Frequency Ventilation
Interactive Ventilatory Support
Liquid Ventilation
Noninvasive Ventilation
One-Lung Ventilation
Positive-Pressure Respiration
Ventilator Weaning
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