5 results
Noninvasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV)

Expiratory & Inspiratory Positive Airway Pressure
Both increase intrathoracic pressure, which can decrease
in high risk patients ... secretions, altered mental ... facial hair) • Risk ... #criticalcare # ... management
Airway Intubation Checklist
GATHER/TEST EQUIPMENT: NC, BVM + PEEP Valve, Free flowing IV, EKG, SpO2 monitor, ETT
o Assess for difficult ... o Anticipate risks ... o Approach: RSI ... MANAGEMENT o ... #checklist #criticalcare
Post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS)
Symptoms of PICS:
 - Physical Domain: Generalized weakness, Fatigue, Difficulty walking
 - Cognitive
weakness, Fatigue, Difficulty ... disturbance/loss, Slow mental ... Depression COMMON RISK ... Syndrome #PICS #diagnosis ... #management #criticalcare
Airway Intubation Checklist
GATHER/TEST EQUIPMENT: NC, BVM + PEEP Valve, Free flowing IV, EKG, SpO2 monitor, ETT
o Assess for difficult ... o Anticipate risks ... o Approach: RSI ... MANAGEMENT o ... #checklist #criticalcare
Preoperative Risk Evaluation

Major Pre-Op Questions:
1. Does the patient have any modifiable risk factors that could be
any mention of a difficult ... Medical history ... Intraabdominal - Orthopedic ... and surgical management ... stratification #diagnosis