Current trends in ventilation of the pediatric patient

Article Abstract:

Better methods of mechanical ventilation of pediatric patients may reduce complications and deaths. New strategies of mechanical ventilation which involve protecting the lung tissue while providing enough ventilation and oxygen are discussed. Respiratory failure and acute respiratory distress syndrome may be caused by pneumonia, sepsis, shock, or cardiovascular collapse. Surfactants and other therapies are used to enhance mechanical ventilation. Excessive airway pressure is the main complication of mechanical ventilation.

Practice, Pediatric nursing, Intensive care nursing

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Optimizing outcomes in ventilator-dependent patients: challenging critical care practice

Article Abstract:

A team approach has enabled a Houston hospital to reduce costs and improve outcomes for ventilator-dependent patients. The core team consists of a pulmonologist, dietitian, and a clinical nurse specialist/outcomes manager. Objectives include maintaining nutritional status and determining and providing appropriate levels of care. The team developed a practice guideline that has reduced mortality rates from 54% to 37%, reduced length of stay by 21 days, and reduced average cost per case by 25%.

Care and treatment, Usage, Critically ill, Respiratory intensive care

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