Medical High Dependency Unit series, Article 3: Respiratory Support in the MHDU
Wright, C.J.; Allan, R.M.; Gillon, S.A.
Acute Medicine 16(3): 115-122
2017
ISSN/ISBN: 1747-4884 PMID: 29072870 Document Number: 17187
Acute respiratory failure is a life threatening condition encountered by Acute Physicians; additional non-invasive support can be provided within the medical high dependency unit (MHDU). Acute Physicians should strive to be experts in the investigation, management and support of patients with acute severe respiratory failure. This article outlines key management principles in these areas and explores common pitfalls.
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