Significance of Ventilation
Ventilation is a critical medical process involving the movement of air into and out of the lungs, essential for patients with respiratory issues. It is particularly vital for critically ill patients who may require intubation and mechanical ventilation in intensive care units. The text discusses various aspects of ventilation, such as its improvement through physiotherapy, its role in managing conditions like COVID-19, and its importance in controlling air quality and reducing infection transmission.
Synonyms: Air circulation, Airflow, Breathing, Ventilation system, Aeration, Fresh air supply, Air flow, Airing, Venting, Wind passage
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Hindu concept of 'Ventilation'
In Hinduism, ventilation is interpreted as the process of breathing, specifically the movement of air in and out of the lungs through inhalation and exhalation, connecting the individual to the environment.
From: International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
(1) The movement of air between the environment and lungs via inhalation and exhalation.[1]
The concept of Ventilation in scientific sources
Ventilation is the process of air exchange in the lungs, essential for respiratory function and influenced by various factors. The text covers its role in medical settings, including ventilation in infants, treatment for respiratory distress, and infection control.
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) The process of supplying or removing air by natural or mechanical means to or from any space, important for tunnel environments.[2] (2) The interior skin of the roof facilitated ventilation without creating draughts while simultaneously retaining heat during the night, enhancing the living environment within the prototype building.[3] (3) Ventilation, utilized by 32% of businesses, is a practice that can decrease a firm's probability of selling native plants, potentially indicating its use in specific production systems.[4]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) The process of exchanging indoor air with outdoor air, crucial for diluting pollutants and maintaining acceptable indoor air quality.[5] (2) The process of exchanging indoor air with outdoor air, including opening windows and frequency of ventilation, examined as a hygiene habit.[6] (3) Windows and doors were opened continuously, with uncertainties noted in the use of fans indoors due to COVID-19.[7]
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) Ventilation is the process of breathing air into and out of the lungs; a premature baby with choana atresia required mechanical ventilation due to breathing difficulties.[8] (2) Ventilation is a process often needed for severe TBI patients, and the tracheostomy procedure is sometimes necessary for faster weaning from mechanical ventilation.[9] (3) Ventilation, a medical procedure, was more frequently required within the ESBL group compared to the non-ESBL group of patients.[10]
From: South African Journal of HIV Medicine
(1) Mechanical support for breathing may need to be considered for patients experiencing significant exhaustion of their respiratory muscles due to the profound metabolic stress.[11]
From: African Journal of Primary Health Care and Family Medicine
(1) It is a critical environmental control measure involving the circulation of fresh air to reduce the concentration of infectious particles, but many facilities had poor airflow.[12]
From: South African Journal of Physiotherapy
(1) It is the process of moving air into and out of the lungs to facilitate gas exchange.[13] (2) Ventilation is the process that can be improved with training; patients are taught normal, controlled ventilation during rest and activity to avoid panting and breath-holding.[14] (3) The process of assisting or supporting breathing, such as with intermittent positive pressure, or training a patient to improve their breathing capacity and rhythm, is described.[15]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) Some authors stated that repeated opening of tubes with blood samples can lead to greater ethanol decrease, suggesting that this between CA% and ambient air can lead to degradation.[16]