August 2005
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Uncovering the Mysteries of Sarcoidosis |
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by Paul Nuccio, RRT |
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The etiology of sarcoidosis is unknown, but clinicians can treat the disease and improve the quality of life for those who suffer from it. |
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APRV for the Burn Patient Population |
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by Kenneth Miller, MEd, RRT-NPS, and Robert Lichtenstein, BSRT, RRT-NPS |
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New ventilatory technology provides lung protection and shorter time on the ventilator for burn patients. |
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The Challenges of High-Frequency Oscillatory Ventilation |
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by William S. Miles, MD, and Joseph Hylton, RRT-NPS , CPFT, NCEMT, RCP |
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The combination of high-frequency ventilation and recruitment maneuvers results in rapid and sustained improvement in oxygenation. |
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Humidity for the Ventilated Patient: It's All Relative |
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by Mark Grzeskowiak, RRT, RCP |
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By following guidelines and being informed of humidification device options, RCPs can ensure that their patients get the best fit. |
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Exercise and COPD |
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by Brian W. Carlin, MD |
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Skeletal muscle dysfunction is now recognized as an indicator of advanced COPD, and exercise, including lower and upper extremity training and respiratory muscle training, combined with adjunctive therapies such as noninvasive ventilation, supplemental oxygen, and various drug therapies, all contribute to improved quality of life for COPD patients. |
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Why Don’t Those Smokers Just Quit? |
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by Roberta B. Hollander, Phd, MPH, and Donna Oliver-Freeman, MS, RRT |
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Nicotine addiction is a preventable illness, and, with training, RTs can help their patients kick the habit. |
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Editor's Message |
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by Marian Benjamin |
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It’s All in the Technique |
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Guest Editorial |
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by John A. Wolfe, RRT, CPFT |
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A Pulmonary Pathway for ACLS: An Idea Whose Time Has Come. Is it time for a change to the ACLS certification process? One expert says yes. |
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Industry News |
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by Franklin A. Holman |
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Manufacturing News |
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by Franklin A. Holman |
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SpotLight |
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Breathing Easier in Harlem |
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by Danielle Cohen |
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The Asthma Initiative identifies and treats asthma among Harlem’s children. |
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Straight Talk |
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Hamilton Medical Inc |
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Facility Profile |
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They Do It All |
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by Danielle Cohen |
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The department of respiratory care services at Duke University Medical Center carries out the hospital's dedication to patient care, research, and education. |
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Tech Focus |
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