Acute ventilator management and weaning in individuals with high tetraplegia

Model System:

SCI

Reference Type:

Accession No.:

J46960.

Journal:

Topics in Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation

Year, Volume, Issue, Page(s):

2005 , 10, 3, 7-Jan

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Abstract:

Article describes patient characteristics and respiratory issues in individuals with high tetraplegia. Authors describe techniques used in successful ventilator weaning and present outcome data from their experiences. A team approach to ventilator management that is focused on the patient is essential to anticipate and prevent pulmonary complications.

Author(s):

Wallbom, Agnes S., Naran, Bindu, Thomas, Evelyn