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A recurring theme in Steven's experience involves the mismanagement of patients—specifically, the over-reliance on ventilation as a treatment strategy. He noted that many patients were placed on ventilators without first assessing their arterial blood gas levels, a critical step for understanding respiratory function.
Through his observations, he theorized that some patients experienced oxygenation problems rather than issues directly related to ventilation. This distinction emphasizes the importance of an individualized approach to treatment, highlighting a disconnect between existing protocols and the actual needs of patients.