Physiological Basis for the Indication of Mechanical Ventilation

The respiratory system has a vital function in our body and several disorders

can cause Respiratory Insufficiency (RI). This disease, in turn, has an acute or chronic

form, as well as being classified as hypoxemic, hypercapnic and mixed. In addition,

there are three groups that cover the causes of RI, which are: hypoventilation,

impairment of diffusion and disturbances in the relationship between perfusion

ventilation. With regard to clinical manifestations, the respiratory system is affected by

this condition, from which the diagnosis of RI is made by blood gas analysis that

allows to differentiate it. In these cases, the patient is monitored by oximeters and

capnographs, the treatment being carried out by oxygen therapy and the use of invasive

and non-invasive mechanical ventilation.

Keywords: Mechanical Ventilation, Physiological Bases, Respiratory Insufficiency, Respiratory System.

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