SCCM Resource Library-Is Noninvasive Ventilation Aerosol Producing? Is There a Risk?

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The transcript discusses the use of non-invasive ventilation (NIV) and the risk to healthcare providers when treating COVID-19 patients. It states that healthcare personnel are at high risk of infection and need to be aware of this risk. The transcript mentions a study that found NIV and chest physiotherapy produce droplets, not aerosols, which fall onto local surfaces within 1 meter. The only device producing an aerosol was the nebulizer. The risk to healthcare providers is highest within 1 meter of the patient and may vary depending on the NIV interface and pressure levels. NIV can be used for COVID-19 patients, but proper personal protective equipment and early intubation may be necessary.

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Crisis Management, Pulmonary, 2020

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This presentation covers infection control concerns when using NIV for COVID-19 patients. This is SCCM curated COVID-19 microlearning content.

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Content Type Presentation

Knowledge Area Crisis Management

Knowledge Area Pulmonary

Knowledge Area Infection

Knowledge Level Foundational

Knowledge Level Intermediate

Knowledge Level Advanced

Membership Level Nonmember

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Tag COVID-19

Tag Infectious Diseases

Tag Ventilation

Year 2020

Keywords

non-invasive ventilation

risk to healthcare providers

COVID-19 patients

droplets and aerosols

NIV interface and pressure levels

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