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Paediatric Ventilation Support

Age <16 years - Select ventilation mode

Weight is REQUIRED for all paediatric ventilation settings. Ensure accurate weight measurement before proceeding.

Non-Invasive Ventilation

CPAP • BiPAP • Bubble CPAP (infants)

Indications:

  • Bronchiolitis
  • Neuromuscular weakness
  • Upper airway obstruction
  • Chronic lung disease
  • Post-extubation
  • OSA (home device)
Select NIV→

Mechanical Ventilation

Post-Intubation • Weight-based settings

Includes:

  • ETT size guide
  • Weight-based Vt
  • Age-appropriate RR
  • Paediatric alarms

Strategies:

  • Lung Protective (default)
  • Obstructive (asthma)
Select Mech Vent→

Sources: RCH Melbourne (CPAP/NIV Nursing Guidelines) • Starship NZ • Don't Forget the Bubbles • BTS Paediatric • NETS

Clinical decision support only. Always use clinical judgement.