RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Long-Term Mechanical Ventilation: Management Strategies
JF Respiratory Care
FD American Association for Respiratory Care
SP 889
OP 899
DO 10.4187/respcare.01850
VO 57
IS 6
A1 Alexander C White
YR 2012
UL http://rc.rcjournal.com/content/57/6/889.abstract
AB This paper reviews management strategies for patients undergoing prolonged mechanical ventilation (PMV). Topics covered include how to identify and correct barriers to weaning, the systematic approach to weaning trials, when to cease weaning trials and proceed with life-long support, managing the tracheostomy tube during PMV, and, finally, how to select a suitable mechanical ventilator for PMV.