title: High-frequency jet ventilation for severe respiratory failure.
abstract: High-frequency jet ventilation (HFJV) is a newer form of mechanical ventilatory support that has shown promise in the treatment of severe neonatal respiratory distress syndrome. It is now also being studied as a possible treatment for adult respiratory distress syndrome in older children.
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Gordin
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D006611:High-Frequency Jet Ventilation / Q000145:classification / Q000451:nursing*; D006801:Humans; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D012131:Respiratory Insufficiency / Q000451:nursing / Q000628:therapy*