Advancements in Mechanical Ventilation: Implications for Respiratory Therapists and Medical Nurses

  • Yahya Jubran Hassan Nushayli et. al
Keywords: Mechanical ventilation, adaptive support ventilation, pressure-regulated volume control, high-frequency oscillatory ventilation, neurally adjusted ventilatory assist, ventilator-induced lung injury, ventilator-associated pneumonia, closed-loop ventilation, artificial intelligence, lung-protective, electrical impedance tomography, patient-ventilator asynchrony, respiratory therapists, critical care nurses, sedation management, spontaneous breathing trials, tele-ICU, portable ventilators, non-invasive ventilation, predictive analytics, waveform analysis, chronic respiratory failure, advanced ventilator modes, respiratory care.

Abstract

The continuous evolution of mechanical ventilation technologies has significantly improved the care of patients with acute and chronic respiratory failure. Modern ventilators have integrated advanced modes of ventilation, automation, and monitoring features that enhance clinical outcomes and reduce complications associated with prolonged ventilation. These innovations also require respiratory therapists and medical nurses to acquire advanced skills and knowledge to ensure effective implementation and patient safety.

This article reviews the advancements in mechanical ventilation, including new ventilatory modes, automation systems, and monitoring technologies. Key implications for respiratory therapists and nurses are discussed, focusing on the evolving roles, education, and responsibilities of these professionals in critical care settings. Furthermore, challenges such as ventilator-associated complications, training gaps, and the emotional toll of managing critically ill patients are explored.

By understanding these advancements and their implications, respiratory therapists and medical nurses can optimize patient outcomes, promote evidence-based practice, and adapt to the dynamic landscape of modern respiratory care.

Author Biography

Yahya Jubran Hassan Nushayli et. al

Afnan Alharthi Majrashi, Abdulrahman Hassan Eshaq, Saud Mohammed Otaif, Hamad Ali Ali Tawhari, Saleh Abdullah Najmi, Rawan Nasser Hassan Batt, Ibrahim Ahmad Ayashi, Laila Jaber Rabah, Samirah Ali Oqdi, Ahmed Mohammed Abubakr Sharif, Ali Hassan Ali Alharbi, Soaad Hadi Mohammed Masrahi, Muzainh Mohammed Abutalib, Mona Muslem Al Khamis

Published
2024-02-04
Issue
Volume 2024
Section
Regular Issue

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