Definition. Intracranial bleeding in the newborn of unknown cause, associated with prematurity, pertubations in BP and assisted ventilation. Also known as …
Clinical Update Note: Presently, there is insufficient evidence to recommend a single approach for selecting the optimal level of PEEP when using a strategy of …
A Inspiratory curve (upward) B Expiratory curve (downward) Note: Spontaneous breaths go clockwise; positive pressure breaths always go counter clockwise.
V – SIMV, Volume-Synchronized Intermittent Mandatory Ventilation. A combination of spontaneous and mandatory ventilation: The ventilator will deliver a set …
Pulse Oximetry 1, 2. Summarized AARC CPG. Indications. Need to monitor SaO2,; Need to quantitate patient’s response to therapy or diagnostic procedure.
Evidence of Secretions, Changes in Neonatal State. Visible secretions in tube. Audible course, wet, or ↓ BS Palpation of wet, coarse vibrations thru chest wall.
Natural coughing is the most desirable method of clearing secretions. Manually assisted coughing or mechanical cough assist (see Lung Expansion Therapy, …
ATC. Automatic Tube Compensation. This is an adjunct, but significant enough to be considered in modes. The goal is to overcome WOB created by the artificial …
Conditions requiring emergency tracheal intubation, surgical placement or alternative techniques (See the AARC guideline for a list of numerous
Automode. Automode extension line. Automode, when activated, switches between a more controlled mode (PRVC, P-A/C, V-A/C) and a spontaneous mode (PS …