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What’s A Ventilator And What Does It Do

What Does A Ventilator Do?

A ventilator can aid in two essential functions: release carbon dioxide and provide oxygen. It is made to breathe for patients whose lungs cannot function properly. In general, the lungs are loaded with many blood vessels, which are responsible for getting carbon dioxide out and oxygen into the bloodstream. Infection and respiratory disease make this process more difficult when lungs are filled with fluids and inflamed. A ventilator can basically help your lungs complete this task. It includes a pump machine and tube, which can be slid into the windpipe to regulate airflow. [2]