Ventilator: meaning, definitions and examples
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ventilator
[ ˈvɛntɪˌleɪtər ]
medical equipment
A ventilator is a machine designed to provide mechanical ventilation by moving breathable air into and out of the lungs, to deliver breaths to a patient who is physically unable to breathe or breathing insufficiently. Ventilators are used in intensive care units and emergency rooms.
Synonyms
breathing machine, respirator
Examples of usage
- The patient was put on a ventilator to assist with breathing.
- The doctors adjusted the settings on the ventilator to optimize oxygen delivery.
Translations
Translations of the word "ventilator" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ventilador
🇮🇳 वेंटिलेटर
🇩🇪 Ventilator
🇮🇩 ventilator
🇺🇦 вентилятор
🇵🇱 wentylator
🇯🇵 換気扇
🇫🇷 ventilateur
🇪🇸 ventilador
🇹🇷 ventilatör
🇰🇷 환기 장치
🇸🇦 مروحة
🇨🇿 ventilátor
🇸🇰 ventilátor
🇨🇳 风扇
🇸🇮 ventilator
🇮🇸 viftu
🇰🇿 желдеткіш
🇬🇪 ვენტილატორი
🇦🇿 ventilyator
🇲🇽 ventilador
Word origin
The word 'ventilator' originated from the Latin word 'ventilare' meaning 'to fan, to blow.' In the 18th century, the term started being used in relation to mechanical devices for providing ventilation. With advancements in medical technology, ventilators have become essential life-saving equipment in healthcare settings.
See also: ventilated.