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Non-Invasive Ventilation (BiPAP) Algorithm - Indications and Contraindications
Indications for NIV:
 • COPD - pH <7.35, pCO2
Non-Invasive Ventilation (BiPAP ... burns, Fixed upper airway ... GCS, Confusion/agitation ... #Algorithm #criticalcare ... #management #indications
Noninvasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV)

Expiratory & Inspiratory Positive Airway Pressure
Both increase intrathoracic pressure, which can decrease
mortality, LOS NIPPV Indications ... Pt is DNI with indication ... intrathoracic procedure ... #indications #criticalcare ... #management
COVID-19 Intubation Checklist

Personal protective equipment (PPE)
 • Standard PPE
   • N95 or PAPR.
Procedure • Most ... include: • BiPÅP ... Post-procedure ... Checklist #SARSCoV2 #Management ... #CriticalCare #
Airway Intubation Checklist
GATHER/TEST EQUIPMENT: NC, BVM + PEEP Valve, Free flowing IV, EKG, SpO2 monitor, ETT
De-nitrogenation o Push medications ... POST INTUBATION MANAGEMENT ... intubation #checklist #criticalcare ... #airway #management ... #procedure
Pain, Agitation, and Delirium (PAD) in the ICU
Addressing the ICU Triad (PAD) can be accomplished through
Pain, Agitation, ... scenario / sedation indication ... moderate sedation for procedures ... Delirium #PAD #ICU #CriticalCare ... #diagnosis #management
Oxygen Delivery Devices
1. Flow is a variable describing the movement of a volume of gas over
variable and fixed - indicating ... systems (CPAP/BPAP ... Devices #Flow #Comparison ... #management #criticalcare
Airway Intubation Checklist
GATHER/TEST EQUIPMENT: NC, BVM + PEEP Valve, Free flowing IV, EKG, SpO2 monitor, ETT
De-nitrogenation o Push medications ... POST INTUBATION MANAGEMENT ... intubation #checklist #criticalcare ... #airway #management ... #procedure