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B Modes of ventilation
Figure B-5. PSIMV+ control window
B.4 Pressure support mode (SPONT)
In the pressure support (SPONT) mode, spontaneous and oper-
ator-initiated manual (mandatory) breaths are delivered. As
such, the HAMILTON-G5 functions as a demand flow system
while supporting the patient’s spontaneous breathing efforts
with a set pressure support. When pressure support is set to
zero, the device functions like a conventional CPAP system. It is
recommended that apnea backup ventilation be enabled in the
SPONT mode. The control settings active in the SPONT mode
are shown in Figure B-6.
The pressure support (Psupport) setting defines the applied
pressure. The patient determines the breath timing. Breaths
can be triggered by the patient or operator.
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