The COPD Exacerbation: The Nightmare Case

When every breath is a battle, the vent becomes your dojo. In this fast-paced, high-impact session, we’ll grapple with the complex mechanics of obstructive lung disease—where dynamic hyperinflation, auto-PEEP, and prolonged exhalation times are just the beginning of the fight. Using real-world cases and ventilator waveforms, we’ll break down the core principles of ventilator strategy for patients with asthma and COPD. Learn how to flow with resistance, not against it, as we apply pressure-release tactics, master flow control, and unlock the art of "permissive" ventilation. Whether you’re on the ground, in the ICU, or 5,000 feet in the air, this talk will sharpen your clinical reflexes and help you become the black belt your obstructive patients need.