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Acheiving Succes with NIV

How to Improve NIV Success- This lecture describes different pathologies typically associated with noninvasive ventilation. Dr. Nava explains the difference between Hypercapnic ARF and Hypoxemia ARF and how they should be treated with noninvasive ventilation.
Understanding how to choose the right mask for the patient.
Understanding the advantages and disadvantages of various masks.
Understanding the breakdown of the literature regarding masks and NIV.
Understanding the strategy behind mask rotation and skin breakdown.
Understanding what parameters should be monitored during NIV.
Understanding the importance of training in NIV.
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