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Special Report: Infants & Pediatrics
The Use of Inhaled Nitric Oxide in Preterm Infants: Yes or No?
Use of iNO in term and late preterm infants has resulted in improvements in respiratory function, but its efficacy in very low birth weight infants is uncertain.
Special Report: Infants & Pediatrics
Pediatric Invasive Mechanical Ventilation
Little research has been done on optimal ventilation techniques in pediatric patients. The authors offer some guidelines and possible scenarios to make choosing the mode easier.
Special Report: Infants & Pediatrics
Oxygen Management of the Very Low Birth Weight Infant
There is a fine balance to be maintained when delivering oxygen to very low birth weight infants. Pulse oximetry and adaptive delivery systems may minimize the risks of oxygen-related injuries.
In the Pipeline: New Treatments for Cystic Fibrosis
Thanks to venture philanthropy, new drugs in the pipeline give researchers hope that there may someday be a cure for CF.
What's New with Home Oxygen Therapy?
The biggest breakthrough in oxygen therapy is not the equipment but a greater appreciation of what oxygen patients need.
American Lung Association Launches Asthma-Friendly Schools Initiative Awards
The awards honor those who support and implement asthma programs to keep children with asthma healthy, in school, and ready to learn.
7/29/2010
New Influenza Vaccine Option for Adults 65 Years and Older
Fluzone High-Dose vaccine has been added to the CDCs 2010-2011 annual influenza vaccination recommendations for adults 65 years of age or older.
7/27/2010
Helping Parents Know When Their Asthmatic Child is Ready to Self-Medicate
RTs can help parents determine whether their child is ready to carry and use their asthma medication when they return to school this fall.
7/26/2010
Asthma Diagnosis Often Overlooked in Older Adults
Older adults who suffer from asthma are the only group in which asthma is getting worse.
7/23/2010
Accountability Key to Reducing Hospital-Acquired Infections
In a JAMA commentary, patient safety expert, Peter Pronovost, MD, PhD, of Johns Hopkins, argues that eliminating physician arrogance is an important first step.
7/14/2010
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