August 2006
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Management of the Tracheostomy Patient in the Home |
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by Joseph Lewarski, RRT, FAARC |
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The management of home tracheostomy patients is complex and is not backed by much published literature. Caregivers must use limited data, consensus statements, and common sense. |
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The Right Fit |
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Choosing an Ambulatory Oxygen System |
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by James P. Stegmaier, RRT-NPS, RPFT, CCM |
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Unlike in the past, home oxygen users are on the go, and HMEs must weigh financial as well as lifestyle issues when providing oxygen to these patients. |
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Reimbursement Challenges Hit Home |
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by David Gourley, RRT |
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Reimbursement for home respiratory care has been steadily cut since 1964. Now, with competitive bidding looming and capped rentals a reality, home medical equipment providers are scrambling to meet their patients' needs and make a profit. |
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Autotitrated CPAP |
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by John D. Zoidis, MD |
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CPAP with autotitration, which can adjust to each patient's individual requirements, has moved from the sleep lab to the home and has been shown to improve patient compliance. |
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What's in the Pipeline for Asthma? |
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by Christopher Harris, MD |
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The increase in its prevalence and severity has led researchers to investigate the mechanisms of asthma and new drugs that might have the potential to provide better therapy. |
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