Anaesthesia | Paediatrics | Controlled Ventilation Techniques

Controlled Ventilation Techniques
Session Overview
Description
A guide to the use of controlled ventilation during general anaesthesia in paediatric patients.

Learning Objectives
By the end of this session you will be able to:

• Define a controlled ventilation technique for the maintenance of general anaesthesia
• List suitable devices for airway maintenance when using a controlled technique
• Identify clinical circumstances in which a controlled ventilation technique is appropriate for maintenance of general anaesthesia in children
• Describe the principles of conduct of intermittent positive pressure ventilation in children
• Identify which monitors are essential for controlled ventilation
• Describe the characteristics of an ideal paediatric ventilator
• Demonstrate this knowledge when anaesthetizing paediatric patients of all ages

Prerequisites
Before commencing this session you should have a good knowledge of:

• Paediatric anatomy and physiology relevant to anaesthesia (including neonates)
• Anaesthetic equipment
• Maintenance of the airway during anaesthesia
• Induction of anaesthesia
• Monitoring