Case studies in terminal weaning from mechanical ventilation

1993 ◽  
Vol 2 (5) ◽  
pp. 354-358 ◽  
Author(s):  
ML Campbell

Terminal weaning, withdrawal of mechanical ventilation when the patient is not expected to survive the process, must not be burdensome to the patient or significant others. The healthcare team must individualize the weaning process, considering the physiologic comfort of the patient and the psychoemotional comfort of both the patient and family. The following case studies illustrate variations in a method for terminal weaning that are patient-specific and are based on the experience of a supportive care team.

1994 ◽  
Vol 3 (6) ◽  
pp. 416-420 ◽  
Author(s):  
AR Knebel ◽  
ME Shekleton ◽  
S Burns ◽  
JM Clochesy ◽  
SK Hanneman ◽  
...  

This article, the first in a series, is written to clarify the process of weaning from mechanical ventilation and to promote the development of a common language for understanding the complex weaning process. The Third National Study Group on Weaning From Mechanical Ventilation proposes a conceptual model and definitions that will provide a framework for future research on this important topic. This conceptual framework describes the preweaning phase, the weaning process, and the outcome phase of mechanical ventilation. Potential outcomes are completion of weaning, lack of completion, and terminal weaning. The weaning decision continuum incorporates: (1) when and how to begin the weaning process, (2) how to select therapies to assist with difficult weaning and chart progress during weaning, and (3) when to stop weaning if progress is no longer being made. An inherent assumption of this model is that each patient will display unique responses to the weaning process. The proposed conceptual framework and definitions provide a foundation for developing clinical practice guidelines and for guiding future ventilator weaning research.


1999 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 73-77 ◽  
Author(s):  
Margaret L. Campbell ◽  
Kathryn S. Bizek ◽  
Mary Thill

Author(s):  
MAUREEN E. SHEKLETON ◽  
SUZANNE M. BURNS ◽  
JOHN M. CLOCHESY ◽  
SANDRA K. GOODNOUGH HANNEMAN ◽  
GAIL L. INGERSOLL ◽  
...  

1999 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 9-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ganesh Krishna ◽  
Thomas A. Raffin

1996 ◽  
Vol 19 (3) ◽  
pp. 36-51 ◽  
Author(s):  
Frederick J. Tasota ◽  
Leslie A. Hoffman

1992 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 52-56 ◽  
Author(s):  
ML Campbell ◽  
RW Carlson

Decisions to withdraw life-sustaining therapy are being made more often as patients and healthcare providers increase their awareness of patient rights. The process of withdrawal of mechanical ventilation must be conducted in a humane fashion. An understanding of the ethical, legal and practical considerations for patient management during this type of intervention will enhance the ability of the healthcare provider to participate.


2020 ◽  
Vol 44 (8) ◽  
pp. 485-492
Author(s):  
J.A. Santos Rodriguez ◽  
J. Mancebo Cortés

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