When Can a 284-Day-Old Preemie Come Off the Ventilator?

Question

When Can a 284-Day-Old Preemie Come Off the Ventilator?

Answer

Due to the incomplete development of a preemie’s lungs, weaker respiratory muscle strength, and immature respiratory control, the timing for removing the ventilator needs to be based on the baby’s recovery of lung function. The doctor will decide when it is safe to remove the ventilator based on the baby’s actual condition.