title: Problems associated with the use of drugs administered by intermittent positive pressure ventilation.
abstract: There has been an increase in the use of drugs administered by intermittent positive pressure ventilation over recent years. There are a number of problems association with this type of therapy including variable and inadequate absorption of drugs and the possibility of nosocomial infections. A number of precautionary measures are suggested to minimize these problems.
mesh_terms: D000042:Absorption; D000336:Aerosols; D001419:Bacteria; D001993:Bronchodilator Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000378:metabolism*; D003428:Cross Infection / Q000209:etiology* / Q000517:prevention & control; D004340:Drug Contamination / Q000517:prevention & control; D006801:Humans; D007384:Intermittent Positive-Pressure Breathing; D011175:Positive-Pressure Respiration; D012138:Respiratory Therapy / Q000009:adverse effects*
chemical_list: D000336:Aerosols; D001993:Bronchodilator Agents