Mechanical Ventilation—Terminal Weaning
Presented by Karen LaRoché
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This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for the process of terminal weaning from invasive mechanical ventilation.
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Karen LaRoché
With more than 30 years of adult critical care and trauma experience, Karen LaRoché has learned that critical thinking and evidence-based processes are at the root of not only patient safety and patient progress, but also staff satisfaction. She now works to share her experiences with others through professional education and…
Chapters & learning objectives
1. Introduction
This chapter includes an introduction to terminal withdrawal of mechanical ventilation, information on all of the equipment and previsit preparation needed for this assessment, and recommended infection control policies.
2. Procedure: Mechanical Ventilation—Terminal Weaning
This chapter will provide a step-by-step procedure guide and video demonstration of terminal withdrawal of mechanical ventilation.
3. Tips, Precautions, and Care Considerations
This chapter provides tips, precautions, and considerations for performing these skills in the home.
4. Patient and Caregiver Education
This chapter provides information on what education the patient (and caregiver) needs to support self management of their care.
5. Documentation Guidelines
This chapter provides recommendations on what to note when documenting for patients receiving terminal withdrawal of mechanical ventilation.
6. Conclusion
This chapter includes learning assessment questions to assess the learner’s knowledge of skills covered in this course. A bibliography of referenced material is also included.