Auto-Peep

SBD Auto-PEEP is an educational tool designed to help learners understand leftover pressure in the lung (Auto-PEEP), which occurs when the lung has not finished emptying before the next breath starts. Through simulated breaths and visual comparisons of Paw (airway pressure) and Flow, users can examine how trapped air prevents the lung from returning to its resting volume. Key Features & Screens: Disclaimer Screen: Mandatory agreement (“I understand — enter Auto-PEEP”) ensuring users acknowledge this is for educational purposes only. What: Contrast between empty lungs versus trapped lungs using pressure–volume loops. Why: Explore root causes like high respiratory rates, long inspiratory times, or high airway resistance. Cases: Apply the lesson across neonate, infant, and adolescent patient scenarios. Info: Guidance on what specific indicators to look for on a ventilator screen. Refs: Access to the foundational medical papers behind the lesson. Authors: Prof. Dr. Satish Deopujari Prof. Dr. Shekhar T. Venkataraman Prof. Dr. Dhiren Gupta Disclaimer: This application is for teaching only. It uses simulated breaths and is not a medical device. It must not be used to diagnose, treat, monitor, or decide ventilation for a real patient.