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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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.
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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.
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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‘Simple Ratio’ Should Be Used for Diagnosing COPD
The study found that a 70% ratio of FEV1/FVC proved as or more accurate than other thresholds for predicting COPD-related hospitalizations and deaths.
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Improving Deep Sleep in Deep Space
The Philips SmartSleep Deep Sleep Headband will be used by researchers to determine if sleep can be improved during deep space exploration.
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When Macrophages Are Deprived of Oxygen
Fewer metabolites are produced in the citric acid cycle under hypoxic conditions, leading to a reduced rate of reproduction among bacteria in macrophages.
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Age, Gender, Disease Severity Impact Long-term PAP Adherence
Several demographic and clinical factors affect PAP adherence, including age, gender and disease severity, according to research presented by ResMed at ATS 2019.
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The Genetic Cause of Familial Sarcoidosis
Austrian researchers have discovered mutations in genes that regulate the metabolic sensor mTOR in patients with familial sarcoidosis, according to a study published in the European Respiratory Journal.
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Assessing Patient Risk of Opioid-Induced Respiratory Compromise
Respiratory compromise is a common, costly, deadly, and often preventable problem in hospitalized patients receiving opioids and across all hospital environments.
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Preventing Lung Infections via Airway Suction
Infection prevention for patients undergoing endotracheal intubation or tracheostomy begins with clean, clear artificial airways, and choosing the appropriate airway suction system can prevent infections.
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