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What mechanical device is used in intensive care to move breathable air into and out of the lungs of a patient who is unable to breathe sufficiently?

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Ventilator

Ventilators work by using pressure to push oxygen-rich air into the lungs and allowing carbon dioxide to escape. They are critical life-support tools for patients with severe respiratory failure, such as those with advanced pneumonia or during major surgery.

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  • In intensive care, what machine assists or replaces a patient's breathing by moving air into and out of the lungs?

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