Ventilator RR is the respiratory rate (Respiration Rate) on a ventilator, which is the number of times per minute that the machine delivers air to the airway. Ventilators are medical devices used to assist or replace a patient's breathing, and are commonly used in intensive care units, operating rooms, emergency rooms, etc. The RR setting depends on the patient's condition, and is usually adjusted using a medical professional who selects the appropriate ventilator mode and parameters based on the patient's condition.
Ventilator RR is important for patient outcomes. Too high RR may lead to adverse reactions such as respiratory discomfort, airway obstruction, and lung washout syndrome in patients, while too low RR may lead to airway blockage, apnea, and other problems. Therefore, setting an appropriate RR is critical to help patients breathe better and avoid or minimize complications.
Besides RR, there are many other important parameters of the ventilator, such as tidal volume (Tidal Volume) and oxygen concentration (FiO2). Healthcare professionals need to choose the appropriate parameters to set according to the patient's condition and treatment needs to achieve the best therapeutic effect. At the same time, health care workers also need to regularly check the working status of the ventilator and the patient's vital signs, and adjust the parameters in time to ensure the safety and effectiveness of ventilator therapy.