types of respiratory machines
Ventilators are a type of respiratory equipment that breathes for a person when he or she is unable to pull air into the lungs independently. In the most basic sense, a ventilator is a device that blows air into the lungs and creates positive air pressure within the alveoli.
Types of Breathing Support in the NICU. Many different types of respiratory support are available in the NIUC, depending on the level of help a baby needs. Nasal Cannula: One of the least invasive forms of respiratory support, a nasal cannula is a thin plastic tube that delivers oxygen directly into the nostrils.