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Published on: July 14, 2023
Noninvasive ventilation in the neonate
1The St Boniface General Hospital and Faculty of Nursing, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Debbie_Fraser@umanitoba.ca
Noninvasive ventilation (NIV) offers a promising approach to reduce lung injury in premature infants. This review explores NIV
Area of Science:
- Neonatal Medicine
- Pediatric Pulmonology
- Respiratory Care
Background:
- Chronic lung disease is a significant complication in low-birth-weight infants.
- Lung inflammation and injury contribute to the development of chronic lung disease.
- Conventional mechanical ventilation can cause lung damage.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the history and current applications of noninvasive ventilation (NIV) in neonates.
- To examine the evidence supporting the use of NIV in infants.
- To discuss nursing care considerations for infants receiving NIV.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of continuous positive pressure ventilation and other NIV modalities.
- Analysis of studies investigating the efficacy and safety of NIV in neonates.
- Examination of nursing protocols for NIV management.
Main Results:
- Noninvasive ventilation (NIV) is increasingly utilized to support neonatal respiratory function without endotracheal intubation.
- Evidence supports NIV's role in reducing lung injury compared to invasive mechanical ventilation.
- Various NIV devices and strategies are available for neonatal respiratory support.
Conclusions:
- NIV represents a valuable therapeutic option for managing respiratory distress in neonates.
- Further research and standardized nursing care are essential for optimizing NIV outcomes.
- NIV can potentially decrease the incidence and severity of chronic lung disease in premature infants.
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