2 results
Noninvasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV)

Expiratory & Inspiratory Positive Airway Pressure
Both increase intrathoracic pressure, which can decrease
on chronic resp acidosis ... for increased WOB ... , dyspnea NIPPV ... Aspiration - unable to clear ... #criticalcare #
Causes of Chronic Dyspnea - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Pericardial
 • Effusion
 • Cardiac Tamponade*
 • Constriction
Myocardial
 •
Causes of Chronic Dyspnea ... Interstitium • ILD • CHF ... • Metabolic Acidosis ... #SOB #Differential ... #Diagnosis #Algorithm