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Non-Invasive Ventilation (BiPAP) Algorithm - Indications and Contraindications
Indications for NIV:
 • COPD - pH <7.35, pCO2
Indications for NIV: • COPD ... Neuromuscular disease - Respiratory ... adverse feature), GCS ... , Confusion/agitation ... #criticalcare #
Pharmacologic treatment algorithms by Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease grade. Highlighted boxes and arrows
Pharmacologic treatment algorithms ... β2-agonist; ICS ... ; FEV1: forced expiratory ... #Management #Pulmonary ... #COPD #GOLD2017
Noninvasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV)

Expiratory & Inspiratory Positive Airway Pressure
Both increase intrathoracic pressure, which can decrease
in obstructive lung ... exacerbation (cardiogenic pulmonary ... neuromuscular dz) • Pt is ... dyspnea NIPPV Contraindications ... #indications #criticalcare
Hoover's Sign

Hoover’s sign refers to inward movement of the lower rib cage during inspiration- instead of
of outward as is ... hyperexpansion of the lungs ... Hoovers #Sign #Pulmonary ... #Video #Clinical ... #Paradoxical #Respiratory
Medical Treatment Algorithm for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Initial medical treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Medical Treatment Algorithm ... ; FEV1, forced expiratory ... of expiration; ICS ... #Algorithm #Management ... LAMA #SABA #SAMA #ICS
It is important to recognize Acute Decompensated Heart Failure (ADHF) as more than just simply a
with presence of pulmonary ... and congested (“Cold ... Cardiogenic Shock ... #differential #algorithm ... heartfailure #chf #criticalcare