Journal article
A randomised, controlled trial of conventional versus automated weaning from mechanical ventilation using SmartCare™/PS
L Rose, JJ Presneill, L Johnston, JF Cade
Intensive Care Medicine | SPRINGER | Published : 2008
Abstract
Objective: Preliminary assessment of an automated weaning system (SmartCare™/PS) compared to usual management of weaning from mechanical ventilation performed in the absence of formal protocols. Design and setting: A randomised, controlled pilot study in one Australian intensive care unit. Patients: A total of 102 patients were equally divided between SmartCare/PS and Control. Interventions: The automated system titrated pressure support, conducted a spontaneous breathing trial and provided notification of success ("separation potential"). Measurements and results: The median time from the first identified point of suitability for weaning commencement to the state of "separation potential" u..
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Funding Acknowledgements
The authors thank the Intensive Care Unit nursing staff and nurse education team for their assistance in the completion of this study. This study was supported by The Victor Hurley Medical Research Fund, The Royal Melbourne Hospital and Australian College of Critical Care Nurses' (ACCCN) Nursing Research Fund.