Tag: ventilator
Ultra-Short-Course Antibiotics for Patients With Suspected Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia but Minimal and Stable Ventilator Settings
Many patients started on antibiotics for possible ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) do not have pneumonia. Patients with minimal and stable ventilator settings may be suitable candidates for early antibiotic discontinuation.... read more
Poor outcome predictors in status epilepticus
Predictors of poor outcomes in patients with status epilepticus admitted to the neurointensive care unit include complex partial status epilepticus, refractory status epilepticus, or the development of nonconvulsive status... read more
The CAPCRI study on Semi-recumbent positioning
The CAPCRI study(3) conducted by Mireia Llaurado and her team had three aims: to evaluate real semi-recumbent position compliance and degree of head-of-bed elevation in Spanish intensive care units, to describe the relationship... read more
Antibiotic therapy advances in the critically ill
Key issues related to antibiotic management in the critically ill, including problems associated with timing, duration, and dosing of antibiotics. The authors highlighted the importance of early diagnosis of infection and... read more
New Humidification System Provides Improved Respiratory Support
A high performance humidification system minimizes condensation and helps provide optimal breathing for patients.... read more
