5 results
Approach to Selecting Respiratory Support:
-The role of noninvasive respiratory support is generally to reduce the patient's
: -The role of noninvasive ... the patient's work ... #Management #CriticalCare ... #Ventilation #RespiratorySupport ... #Selection #Algorithm
Non-Invasive Ventilation (BiPAP) Algorithm - Indications and Contraindications
Indications for NIV:
 • COPD - pH <7.35, pCO2
(BiPAP) Algorithm ... observation) #NIV #Noninvasive ... #Ventilation #BiPAP ... #Algorithm #criticalcare ... #management #indications
Noninvasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV)

Expiratory & Inspiratory Positive Airway Pressure
Both increase intrathoracic pressure, which can decrease
Noninvasive Positive ... exacerbation (cardiogenic pulmonary ... status • Won't Work ... #indications #criticalcare ... #management
Severe Asthma Exacerbation
Signs of a Severe Asthma Exacerbation:
 • Vitals: ↑HR ↑RR ↓SpO2
 • High work
↓SpO2 • High work ... Prednisone • NIPPV: BiPAP ... #Exacerbation #CriticalCare ... #pulmonary #ventilation ... #mechanical #management
Noninvasive Ventilation Summary
Positive pressure ventilation that is delivered through a nasal, mask, or helmet interface and
Noninvasive Ventilation ... pressures • Decreases work ... Supports oxygenation BIPAP ... #Ventilation #management ... #pulmonary