Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Acute Respiratory Failure-V01:29

Acute Respiratory Failure-V

132
The treatment for acute respiratory failure varies based on factors like the underlying cause, overall health, and severity. A collaborative healthcare team is essential for early detection, often through arterial blood gas analysis. Identifying the cause is the primary goal, with treatment strategies adjusted for ventilation/perfusion (V/Q) mismatch, shunting, or diffusion impairment.
Ensure that patients are monitored continuously for their response to therapy, including changes in...
132
Administering Oxygen by Nasal Cannula01:29

Administering Oxygen by Nasal Cannula

517
Oxygen therapy is critical to patient care, especially for those struggling with respiratory issues. This intervention increases the oxygen concentration in the lungs, enhancing the amount of oxygen transported to the body's tissues. One standard method of delivering supplemental oxygen is through a nasal cannula, a non-invasive device that provides low to medium oxygen concentrations.
Nasal Cannulas
A nasal cannula is a lightweight tube split into two prongs placed in the nostrils,...
517
Suctioning the Nasopharyngeal Airway01:29

Suctioning the Nasopharyngeal Airway

382
Nasopharyngeal suctioning is a procedure to remove secretions from the upper part of the respiratory tract that the patient cannot clear independently. It helps maintain airway patency and prevents complications such as aspiration pneumonia.
Equipment Required
382
Mechanical Ventilation III: Noninvasive Ventilation01:23

Mechanical Ventilation III: Noninvasive Ventilation

103
Noninvasive positive-pressure ventilation (NIPPV), continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), and bilevel positive airway pressure (BiPAP) are essential methods in respiratory care. These ventilation techniques offer unique benefits for patients with various respiratory conditions, providing adequate support without requiring intubation. Let's explore how each method is crucial in improving patient outcomes and enhancing respiratory therapy.
Noninvasive Positive-Pressure Ventilation...
103
Oxygen Delivering System I: Nasal Cannula and Face Mask01:26

Oxygen Delivering System I: Nasal Cannula and Face Mask

292
The human body requires oxygen to function, and when the natural process of respiration is hindered, external devices, including the following, are needed to help deliver this vital gas.
Nasal Cannula
A nasal cannula is a lightweight tube split at one end into two prongs and placed in the nostrils. It is typically used to deliver low to medium levels of oxygen.
Suggested flow rate: The suggested flow rate for a nasal cannula typically ranges between 1 and 6 L/min.
Oxygen percentage setting:...
292
Drugs Used in Lower Respiratory Disorders: Overview01:17

Drugs Used in Lower Respiratory Disorders: Overview

421
Lower respiratory tract disorders present challenges that often require skilled and nuanced approaches for effective management. Common ailments, such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), have prompted the development of intricate treatment strategies involving bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory drugs, each tailored to ease breathing and revitalize the lungs.
Bronchodilators, the first step of respiration enhancement, come in various forms, each with its own mechanism...
421

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibody associated vasculitis: a retrospective epidemiological study in an Aotearoa New Zealand cohort.

The New Zealand medical journal·2026
Same author

Impact of Difficult Laryngoscopy on First-Pass Success and Adverse Events in Pediatric Emergency Department Intubations.

Paediatric anaesthesia·2026
Same author

Accuracy of clinician perceptions in estimating patient survival in general medicine.

Internal medicine journal·2026
Same author

IV bolus, maintenance and medication carrier fluid in children with community-acquired sepsis: a multicentre cohort study.

Archives of disease in childhood·2026
Same author

Oral Feeding and Aspiration Risk in Preterm Infants Receiving Nasal High-Flow Respiratory Support: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Dysphagia·2026
Same author

Comparison of diabetes-related antibody requesting patterns in primary and secondary care in Aotearoa New Zealand: findings from a regional laboratory audit.

Journal of primary health care·2026
Same journal

Effectiveness of Therapeutic and Educational Interventions for Childhood Separation Anxiety: A Scoping Review.

Journal of paediatrics and child health·2026
Same journal

Impact of Access to Pasteurised Donor Human Milk on Rates of Necrotising Enterocolitis in Neonatal Units in Australia: A Cohort Study.

Journal of paediatrics and child health·2026
Same journal

Prescribing Cascade in Children With Chronic Complex Diseases: An Argument for De-Escalation and Medication Review, a Case Report.

Journal of paediatrics and child health·2026
Same journal

Post-COVID-19 Autonomic Dysfunction in an Adolescent: Ogilvie Syndrome With Acute Urinary Retention.

Journal of paediatrics and child health·2026
Same journal

Serial Ultrasonography-Guided Management of Primary Sternal Osteomyelitis With Abscess Formation in a Child: A Case Report.

Journal of paediatrics and child health·2026
Same journal

"Raccoon Eyes": A Rare Presentation of Paediatric Scrub Typhus.

Journal of paediatrics and child health·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jun 25, 2025

Bronchial Thermoplasty: A Novel Therapeutic Approach to Severe Asthma
14:39

Bronchial Thermoplasty: A Novel Therapeutic Approach to Severe Asthma

Published on: November 4, 2010

31.9K

Nasal high flow therapy for bronchiolitis.

Donna Franklin1,2,3,4,5, Letitia Miller6, Trang Mt Pham4

  • 1Children's Emergency and Critical Care Collaborative Research Group, Gold Coast University Hospital, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia.

Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health
|May 22, 2024
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Nasal high-flow therapy is increasingly used for infant bronchiolitis. This study found infants receiving high-flow had more severe disease but also more intensive care admissions and longer hospital stays.

Keywords:
bronchiolitisoxygen therapypaediatrics

More Related Videos

Symptom Assessment of Patients with Allergic Rhinitis Using an Allergen Exposure Chamber
08:47

Symptom Assessment of Patients with Allergic Rhinitis Using an Allergen Exposure Chamber

Published on: March 3, 2023

2.3K
Bronchoalveolar Lavage BAL for Research; Obtaining Adequate Sample Yield
11:47

Bronchoalveolar Lavage BAL for Research; Obtaining Adequate Sample Yield

Published on: March 24, 2014

73.6K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jun 25, 2025

Bronchial Thermoplasty: A Novel Therapeutic Approach to Severe Asthma
14:39

Bronchial Thermoplasty: A Novel Therapeutic Approach to Severe Asthma

Published on: November 4, 2010

31.9K
Symptom Assessment of Patients with Allergic Rhinitis Using an Allergen Exposure Chamber
08:47

Symptom Assessment of Patients with Allergic Rhinitis Using an Allergen Exposure Chamber

Published on: March 3, 2023

2.3K
Bronchoalveolar Lavage BAL for Research; Obtaining Adequate Sample Yield
11:47

Bronchoalveolar Lavage BAL for Research; Obtaining Adequate Sample Yield

Published on: March 24, 2014

73.6K

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Respiratory Medicine
  • Critical Care

Background:

  • Nasal high-flow therapy (NHFT) use in infants with bronchiolitis has increased.
  • Evidence suggests NHFT may reduce escalation of care.
  • The impact of recent evidence on clinical practice for NHFT remains unclear.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the clinical practice of NHFT in infants with bronchiolitis.
  • To assess the factors influencing the choice between standard oxygen and NHFT.
  • To evaluate the outcomes associated with initial oxygen therapy choice.

Main Methods:

  • Prospective observational study over 6 months in six Australian hospitals.
  • Included infants admitted with bronchiolitis requiring oxygen therapy.
  • Disease severity assessed by physiological parameters; outcomes included length of stay and ICU transfers.

Main Results:

  • Infants receiving NHFT showed higher respiratory rates, heart rates, and early warning scores.
  • NHFT was associated with a longer hospital length of stay (0.6 days).
  • Higher intensive care unit admission rates for NHFT (23.3%) versus standard oxygen (10.4%).

Conclusions:

  • Infants with greater bronchiolitis severity are more likely to receive NHFT.
  • NHFT use was associated with increased frequency of intensive care unit escalation.