Do I ventilate the patient the same way I did before NuMask was invented?
No. Due to the increased seal, there is no need to try and overcome leaks inherent in the older mask styles. This is a very important issue. More attention to smooth rhythmic ventilation is important to provide the optimal results. Rapid harsh ventilations can overcome the esophageal opening pressures leading to gastric distention. Provide smooth appropriately timed ventilations.
