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Continuous-waveform capnography: A crucial tool for ED clinicians

December 29, 2016

Many emergency department (ED) patients are at risk for complications associated with airway management and ventilator problems. Continuous-waveform capnography (CWC) is a critical method clinicians can use to monitor…

Top 10 care essentials for ventilator patients

March 11, 2012

In a wide variety of settings, nurses are increasingly likely to care for patients on mechanical ventilators. Let’s assume you’re one of them. What do you need to…

Ventilator-associated events: A new outcome measure

August 14, 2014

Learning objectives 1. Differentiate the three tiers used to identify ventilator-associated events (VAEs). 2. Identify key elements of VAE surveillance. 3. Discuss the practice implications of VAEs. Purpose/goal:…