RT Book, Section A1 Branson, Richard D. A1 Mason, Phillip E. A1 Johannigman, Jay A. A2 Tobin, Martin J. SR Print(0) ID 57069902 T1 Chapter 27. Transport of the Ventilator-Supported Patient T2 Principles and Practice of Mechanical Ventilation, 3e YR 2013 FD 2013 PB The McGraw-Hill Companies PP New York, NY SN 978-0-07-173626-8 LK accessmedicine.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=57069902 RD 2024/10/04 AB Mechanical ventilation of the critically ill patient is best practiced in the safe confines of the intensive care unit (ICU). Transport of ventilated patients, however, remains a frequent challenge. Successful transport requires effective communication, appropriate planning, key personnel, and compact, rugged equipment. Clinicians should be aware of the physiologic effects of transport, frequency of adverse events, and methods to prevent complications.