33438-3
ClinicalBreath rate mechanical --on ventilator
Definition
The number of breaths per minute the patient received with assistance of the ventilator only - Not counting the spontaneous breaths.Vents which use the setting :BIRD VIP "Assisted Rate".
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Breaths.mechanical^on ventilator
Property
NRat
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
PULM
Order/Observation
N/A
Short Name
Breaths.mechanical on vent
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 33438-3?
LOINC code 33438-3 identifies "Breath rate mechanical --on ventilator". The number of breaths per minute the patient received with assistance of the ventilator only - Not counting the spontaneous breaths.Vents which use the setting :BIRD VIP "Assisted Rate".
What does 33438-3 measure?
This code measures Breaths.mechanical^on ventilator in ^Patient. It belongs to the PULM class in the LOINC classification.
What is LOINC?
LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes) is a universal standard for identifying laboratory and clinical observations. It is maintained by the Regenstrief Institute and used worldwide for health data exchange.