Non-invasive ventilation in COPD exacerbations.
Acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a common reason for admission to hospital. Non-invasive ventilation using bilevel positive airway pressure has an important role in the management of acute hypercapnic (type 2) respiratory failure, particularlywhen pH is < 7.35. This article discusses the indications for its use and care of patients receiving non-invasive ventilation.
University of Hull.
Nicola
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Credland
D006801:Humans; D008991:Monitoring, Physiologic; D063087:Noninvasive Ventilation / Q000379:methods*; D029424:Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*; D012131:Respiratory Insufficiency / Q000628:therapy