The actual total breathing frequency is shown in the "ftotal" measured
value display of the monitor. This also shows the minute volume
measurement as "MVtotal".
Fig. 86: PC-SIMV
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2
Inspiration time (Tinsp) and breathing frequency
(f)
(the parameters for breathing cycling can be
configured, see chapter 4.4.2)
Positive end expiratory pressure (PEEP)
Ramp time
Inspiration pressure (Pinsp)
Trigger
Tab. 23: PC-SIMV
The PC-SIMV ventilation mode can be used with volume guarantee (PRVC) or
pressure support (PSV) (see chapters 7.4.1 and 7.4.2).
It also includes an option for tube compensation (see chapter 7.4.3).