Bag-Valve-Mask (BVM) Ventilation

Bag Valve Mask (BVMs) vs. CPR Mask - What's the Difference?

#Definition - An Ambu bag is a hand-held manual resuscitator used to provide positive-pressure ventilation to patients who are not breathing or are breathing inadequately. #Parts: - Self-inflating bag - Face mask - One-way (non-rebreathing) valve - Oxygen inlet (with oxygen tubing) - Reservoir bag (optional) #Indications: - Cardiac or respiratory arrest - Inadequate or absent breathing (apnea) - During CPR - Emergency ventilation during transport or procedures | Advance Plus Nursing Admission &