Evaluation of respiratory system resistance in mechanically ventilated patients: The role of the endotracheal tube

1994 ◽  
Vol 20 (6) ◽  
pp. 421-424 ◽  
Author(s):  
G. Conti ◽  
R. A. De Blasi ◽  
A. Lappa ◽  
A. Ferretti ◽  
M. Antonelli ◽  
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Keyword(s):  
Endotracheal Tube ◽  
Respiratory System ◽  
Mechanically Ventilated ◽  
Mechanically Ventilated Patients ◽  
Respiratory System Resistance ◽  
Ventilated Patients

scholarly journals Communication with invasive mechanically ventilated patients and the use of alternative devices: integrative review

2018 ◽  
Vol 23 (7) ◽  
pp. 614-630 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aziza Salem ◽  
Muayyad M Ahmad
Keyword(s):  
Endotracheal Tube ◽  
Nursing Care ◽  
Effective Communication ◽  
Patient Communication ◽  
Communication Strategy ◽  
Integrative Review ◽  
Mechanically Ventilated ◽  
Mechanically Ventilated Patients ◽  
Communication Barrier ◽  
Ventilated Patients

Background Communication with patients has always been a major concern in nursing care. Invasive mechanically ventilated (IMV) patients suffer from a communication barrier due to the presence of the endotracheal tube (ETT), which makes them unable to communicate through speech. Aim The purpose of this review is to examine available evidence regarding existing knowledge, skills, perceptions and barriers to IMV patient communication in order to guide the development of strategies that enhance effective communication with these patients. Methods A review of the published literature was conducted between January 2010 and December 2016. Results The literature support clear and concise communication in all areas of care, especially when patients suddenly become speechless. Invasive mechanically ventilated patients want to be heard, have control over their treatment and contribute to decisions concerning their health. Conclusion There is a need for the establishment of an effective nurse -patient communication strategy, which may include determining the mode of communication used by the patient, waiting and giving time to allow a patient to participate in the communication, confirming the message that was communicated with a patient himself/ herself, and the use of assistive and augmented communication to support comprehension when needed.

scholarly journals Community analysis of dental plaque and endotracheal tube biofilms from mechanically ventilated patients

2017 ◽  
Vol 39 ◽  
pp. 149-155 ◽  
Author(s):  
Poala J. Marino ◽  
Matt P. Wise ◽  
Ann Smith ◽  
Julian R. Marchesi ◽  
Marcello P. Riggio ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Endotracheal Tube ◽  
Dental Plaque ◽  
Community Analysis ◽  
Mechanically Ventilated ◽  
Mechanically Ventilated Patients ◽  
Ventilated Patients
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