Can Someone Live a Normal Life on a Ventilator? What Families Should Know
Many people can live on a ventilator for a longer period of time, like months or years. However, “normal life” may be different for each person, depending on their medical condition, mobility level, ventilator needs, and overall health. If a person on long-term ventilation is medically stable, they may not need hospitalization. They can live in a home-like care setting …