Non-Invasive Ventilation
Advantages
NIV refers to ventilatory support through a nasal mask, face mask or hood.1-3 Advantages of NIV include:
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Reduces the risk of long-term ventilator dependency.1
Dependency
Eliminates the risks associated with upper airway trauma.1
Trauma
NIV preserves airway clearance and swallowing in addition to facilitating intermittent ventilation, so that normal eating, drinking and communication are permitted.1
Airway Clearance
Reduces patient discomfort, risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) and the need for sedation.1
Discomfort
Breaks from ventilation are permitted, which may be used for physiotherapy, nutrition and hydration etc.1
Breaks
Section Two | NIV Practical Use
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