INSPIRATORY POSITIVE PRESSURE BREATHING Meaning and
Definition
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Inspiratory Positive Pressure Breathing (IPPB) is a medical technique used to assist individuals with breathing difficulties. It involves the administration of positive pressure during the inhalation phase of the breathing cycle to help expand the lungs and improve overall respiratory function.
During IPPB, a specialized device such as a ventilator or a positive pressure breathing machine is used to deliver pressurized air or oxygen to the patient's airways. This positive pressure helps to overcome any resistance in the respiratory system, allowing the lungs to inflate more efficiently. This can be especially useful for individuals with certain medical conditions that impair normal breathing, such as lung diseases, paralysis, or chest wall deformities.
IPPB is typically performed with the use of a face mask or a mouthpiece, through which the pressurized air or oxygen is delivered. The administration of positive pressure is synchronized with the patient's inhalation, ensuring that the airway pressure is highest during inspiration and reduced during expiration.
The primary goal of IPPB is to enhance ventilation and oxygenation, thereby improving respiratory function in individuals who are unable to effectively breathe on their own. By providing assistance during inhalation, IPPB helps to recruit collapsed lung areas, increase lung compliance, and improve oxygenation. However, like any medical intervention, IPPB may have potential risks, such as barotrauma (excessive pressure-related lung injury) or ventilation-perfusion mismatch. Therefore, close monitoring and adjustment of pressure settings are important during IPPB to prevent adverse effects and ensure patient safety.
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