Testosterone’s Role in Reducing Asthma Risk
Elevated testosterone levels are associated with a reduced risk of asthma in women, new research shows.
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Cryotherapy for COPD Patients with Chronic Bronchitis Approved in Europe
CSA Medical has received EU approval for its cryotherapy system RejuvenAir to treat chronic bronchitis.
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Ventilator Weaning: It’s About Technology and Teamwork
Mechanical ventilation is a life-saving technology, but the inevitable decision to wean a patient off of a ventilator requires a skillful combination of proven protocols, reliable technology, and teamwork between RTs and physicians.
Conservative Oxygen Therapy in ICU Did Not Increase Mortality
Research published in NJEM reports that a “conservative” oxygen therapy regimen for patients receiving ICU mechanical ventilation did not result in worse outcomes compared to normal oxygen therapy.
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Alarm Fatigue Fifth on List of Top 10 Medical Device Hazards
Surgical stapler misuse is the number one healthcare technology hazard on the ECRI’s Top 10 Health Technology Hazards for 2020 report. Alarm fatigue was ranked as the fifth greatest healthcare hazard.
Read MoreRemoving the Gaps in Patient Monitoring from Hospital to Home
Despite innovation and process shifts, clinical realities like staff rotation, patient transport, and more can create gaps that affect clinicians’ ability to provide the highest quality care.
Read MoreAmerican Medical Association Releases 2020 CPT Code Set
The American Medical Association (AMA) announced the release of the 2020 Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code set containing identifiers and descriptors assigned to each medical, surgical, and diagnostic services available...
Read MoreATS Releases Guidelines on Diagnosing Fungal Infections
Delays in diagnosis and treatment of fungal infections can be debilitating, leading to long hospital stays, high medical costs and even death.
Read MoreSurgical Masks as Good as Respirators for Flu and Respiratory Virus Protection
A surgical mask may be as effective as more expensive respirator-type masks in protecting healthcare workers from flu and other respiratory viruses, according to new research. A study published in JAMA compared the...
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Strategies to Reduce Alarm Fatigue
Alarm fatigue is a major healthcare burden, continually ranking at the top of patient safety concerns.
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Dyspnea-ALS Scale May Identify At-risk Patients
The Dyspnea-ALS-Scale (DALS-15) can help doctors identify amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) patients in need of noninvasive ventilation, according to a study.
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New Clinical Guidelines for Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome
Obesity hypoventilation syndrome is a breathing disorder that causes excess CO2 and insufficient O2 in the blood of some obese patients.
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Understanding Ventilator Basics and Ventilator Waveforms
Mechanical ventilation is one of the most common ICU interventions, and understanding and accurately interpreting ventilator graphics may reduce risks and improve patient outcomes.
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COPD Patients Need More Mental Health Support
It’s not surprising that shortness of breath, a common symptom of COPD, can induce panic. Anxiety is a regular issue for people who live with this disease.
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Incorporating Lung Ultrasound within the Respiratory Care Team
Recent studies have shown that lung ultrasound has the potential to be an effective and convenient point-of-care imaging tool in the ICU, including for patients on mechanical ventilation.
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