Under which circumstance can the use of a short-term ventilator be inappropriate?

The use of a short-term ventilator becomes inappropriate when long-term respiratory support is anticipated or required since a short-term ventilator is designed for temporary ventilatory assistance, typically in acute situations where recovery is expected and the need for support is transient. In cases where a patient is likely to require extended mechanical ventilation, alternative strategies need to be considered to avoid complications associated with prolonged ventilatory support, such as ventilator-associated pneumonia, muscle deconditioning, and the risk of airway trauma. Therefore, long-term respiratory needs necessitate the use of a more comprehensive approach, potentially involving weaning protocols, tracheostomy, or other interventions that are better suited for ongoing ventilatory support beyond a short-term scenario.