SCCM Resource Library-Putting It All Together: PICU Liberation in Action

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Video Summary

The video transcript discusses two different approaches to treating mechanically ventilated children in the ICU. The traditional approach involves heavy sedation, escalating doses of medication, restraints, and prolonged sedation, leading to potential complications such as hypotension and withdrawal. The PICU liberation approach focuses on optimal pain control, minimal sedation, and actively involving the patient and family in their care. This approach aims to prevent delirium, mobilize patients, and improve outcomes. The speaker highlights the need for a shift from sedation-based to analgesia-based approaches and calls for collaboration to improve care for critically ill children.

Asset Subtitle

Quality and Patient Safety, Pediatrics, 2023

Asset Caption

Type: two-hour concurrent | PICU Liberation (Pediatrics) (SessionID 1194104)

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Content Type Presentation

Knowledge Area Quality and Patient Safety

Knowledge Area Pediatrics

Membership Level Professional

Membership Level Select

Tag Guidelines

Tag Pediatrics

Year 2023

Keywords

mechanically ventilated children

ICU

traditional approach

PICU liberation approach

sedation-based to analgesia-based approaches

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