Describe each of the modes of the Bird Mark 7 (in a few words) Assist Assist / Control Control Answer: Assist Mode: Bird Mark 7 would only deliver a breath when triggered by the patient’s inspiratory effort (pressure triggered). If the patient does not attempt to breathe, there is no breath given. The patient would determine their own respiratory rate. Assist / Control Mode: is a combination of the two modes, the machine guarantees a minimum number of breaths according to the set rate, but the patient can initiate additional breaths if needed. Control Mode: Bird Mark 7 would completely assist the patient in breathing with the set rate and timing. This is useful for a patient who cannot initiate breaths on their own and needs assistance.

Describe each of the modes of the Bird Mark 7 (in a few words) Assist Assist / Control Control Answer: Assist Mode: Bird Mark 7 would only deliver a breath when triggered by the patient’s inspiratory effort (pressure triggered). If the patient does not attempt to breathe, there is no breath given. The patient would determine their own respiratory rate. Assist / Control Mode: is a combination of the two modes, the machine guarantees a minimum number of breaths according to the set rate, but the patient can initiate additional breaths if needed. Control Mode: Bird Mark 7 would completely assist the patient in breathing with the set rate and timing. This is useful for a patient who cannot initiate breaths on their own and needs assistance.