Ventway Sparrow User Manual
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1.2. GLOSSARY AND ABBREVIATIONS
Temporary cessation of breathing
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
Inspiratory to Expiratory ratio
duration
Ventilator initiated breath
Positive End Expiratory Pressure
Peak Inspiratory Pressure
Preset pressure delivered to the
patient, on top of the PEEP, during
Pressure Support Ventilation
Synchronized Intermittent
Mechanical Ventilation with
Volume Control and Pressure
Normal volume of air displaced
between normal inhalation and
exhalation when extra effort is not