Mechanical Ventilation in the Critically Ill Patient: International Nursing Perspectives, an Issue of Critical Care Nursing Clinics of North a., 28-4

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Dr. Goldsworthy has created a state-of-the-art issue that emphasizes the nurse's role in mechanical ventilation. Pertinent clinical topics include the following:basics of mechanical ventilation for nurses; current modes for mechanical ventilation; best practices for managing pain, sedation, and delirium in the mechanicallyventilated patient; mobilization of and optimal oxygenation for the mechanicaly ventilated patient; managing complications; and effective weaning strategies.  Authors also address mechanical ventilation in both children and neonates. The current content in this issue will leave nurses with the clinical information they needto effectively manage mechanically ventilated patients.

Author Information

By Sandra Goldsworthy, RN MSc PhD(c) CNCC(C) CMSN, Associate Professor Research Professor in Simulation Education University of Calgary CollaborativeBScN Program