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Nursing strategies for the mechanically ventilated patient
Cassandra Meitner1, Rachel A Feuerstein1, Andrea M Steele2
1Department of Small Animal Clinical Medicine, Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care, University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN, United States.
Frontiers in Veterinary Science
|August 14, 2023
Summary
This review synthesizes best practices for nursing care of mechanically ventilated patients by integrating human and veterinary medicine. It aims to reduce complications and improve patient outcomes through proactive nursing interventions.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Nursing
- Critical Care Medicine
- Respiratory Therapy
Background:
- Mechanically ventilated patients require specialized nursing care to prevent complications.
- Existing veterinary literature may lack comprehensive nursing best practices for these patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a multi-disciplinary review of best nursing practices for mechanically ventilated patients.
- To extrapolate effective procedures from human medicine to veterinary care.
- To create a detailed resource for veterinary nursing staff.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive review of human medicine literature on mechanical ventilation.
- Analysis of current veterinary medicine standards for patient care.
- Synthesis of findings into nursing-focused best practices.
Main Results:
- Identified key nursing assessments for systemic and physical changes in ventilated patients.
- Highlighted the importance of understanding polypharmacy, hemodynamic changes, recumbent care complications, and hospital-acquired infections.
- Consolidated information to support proactive nursing interventions.
Conclusions:
- This review offers a proactive approach to nursing care for mechanically ventilated patients.
- It aims to equip veterinary technicians with knowledge to mitigate risks and address challenges effectively.
- The manuscript serves as an updated standard of practice for veterinary nursing in critical care.
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