Normal pressure-, flow-, and volume-time scalars
VC-CMV with PEEP, square inspiratory flow, complete exhalation, and expected tidal volume delivery.
Vent control
Normal ventilator waveform reference
Use this baseline reference before deciding that a scalar or loop is abnormal.
VC-CMV square flowNormal scalar reference.VC-CMV ramp flowDecelerating inspiratory flow reference.VC-IMV referenceSpontaneous breaths without PSV.VC-SIMV + PSV referenceSupported spontaneous breaths.Back to alarm mapChoose a pattern.
Clinical review / use limits
Authored by: Airway of the Month education team. Last reviewed: July 2026. Audience: EM learners, faculty, EMS, RT, simulation educators, and airway teams.
This is an educational cognitive-aid scaffold, not a bedside order set. Verify medications, ventilator changes, pediatric dosing, and procedures against local ED, ICU, anesthesia, pharmacy, RT, EMS, and pediatric policies.
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