non-invasive ventilation Flashcards
what is a Diaphragmatic Pacing
surgically implanted nerve stimulator which
allows for ventilatory support in selected
patients with chronic ventilatory insufficiency
indication of Diaphragmatic Pacing
- central alveolar hypoventilation
- brainstem injury or disease
- spinal cord injury or disease at or above C3-C5
- damaged phrenic nerve(s)
what are the criteria for using diaphragmatic pacing
- intact nerves with normal function
- adequate lung function with normal
compliance - ability to understand and manage pacing
- patent upper airway
Contraindications of Diaphragmatic Pacing
- phrenic nerves degenerated
• no diaphragmatic response to electrical
stimulation
• compromised lung function
what is the components of a Diaphragmatic Pacing
- Electrodes
- -> monopolar or bipolar
- Receiver
- Transmitter
- Antennae
fxn of Transmitter
sets respiratory rate and
length of inspiration (powered by battery)
–generates a coded
radiofrequency signal, so that it cannot be disrupted
fxn of Antennae
transfers signal across intact
skin to the receiver
fxn of Receiver
obtains signal and energy from
external portion by inductive coupling.The
receiver is placed in a subcutaneous pocket
fxn of Electrodes
stimulates the phrenic nerve
What are the controls of the transmitter?
- On switch
- RR control (# of pulse
trainsmitted/min) - Insp Period (It )
- Three controls for Vt
…. Stimulus Amplitude
… Pulse interval
…. Pulse Width
Benefits of Diaphragmatic Pacing
- Cost effectiveness
- Lower infection rates
- Improved venous return
- Normal breathing and speech return
- Ease of eating and drinking
- Increased patient mobility
how to clean pacer
Autoclave electrodes and antenna/radio receiver
before implanting. Do not gas sterilize…ETO
residue or other chemicals can cause severe tissue
reaction
What is the indication of NIPPV?
- Hypoventilation syndromes
- OSA and CSA
- Palliative
wat is the contraindiation of NIPPV
- Inability to protect airway
- –> Secretions
- –> Patent
- Pressure related complications
- –> Sinusitis etc
- Inability to use interface properly
- –> Facial issues
- –> Cooperation
- High FiO2
What are the devices used for NIPPV?
Conventional ventilators
Bi Level Devices