This course gives nurse anesthesiologists a clear, physiology-driven framework for individualizing PEEP to improve oxygenation, protect fragile lung units, and reduce ventilator-induced lung injury. You’ll learn how to assess lung and chest wall compliance, interpret bedside indicators of over-distension and under-recruitment, and integrate sedatives, neuromuscular blockade, and hemodynamic support into a cohesive ventilatory strategy. By applying evidence-based titration methods—paired with practical tools like blood gasses, ultrasound, and driving-pressure optimization—you’ll be equipped to deliver safer, more effective ventilatory care across adult, pediatric, and elderly populations.