Respiratory failure primary prevention
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Hadeel Maksoud M.D.[2]
Overview
Overview
Effective measures for the primary prevention of respiratory failure include control of primary illness that may lead to respiratory failure. In addition, the administration of influenza and pneumococcal vaccinations to patients at risk such as COPD and asthma patients is very important in preventing respiratory failure. Finally, smoking cessation will help to minimize the risk for respiratory failure.
Primary Prevention
Primary Prevention
- Effective measures for the primary prevention of respiratory failure include:[1]
- Control of primary illness
- Administration of influenza and pneumococcal vaccinations
- Smoking cessation
References
References
- ↑ Sweet DD, Naismith A, Keenan SP, Sinuff T, Dodek PM (March 2008). “Missed opportunities for noninvasive positive pressure ventilation: a utilization review”. J Crit Care. 23 (1): 111–7. doi:10.1016/j.jcrc.2007.04.002. PMID 18359428.
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